Omani pilot admits to attempted hijacking in revenge for Gaza

Omani pilot Hammam Al-Hammami told investigators in the UAE that he attempted to hijack a FlyDubai flight to avenge Gaza and wanted to die as a martyr, according to Channel 12. Israeli authorities are investigating whether he acted alone or was directed by an external party. The Shin Bet is participating in the investigation, and authorities have obtained the contents of the pilot's phone for analysis. A Mossad representative told the security cabinet that Al-Hammami had made short visits to countries hostile to Israel in recent years, and they are checking whether he was manipulated or recruited during those trips. Emirati authorities interrogated the flight crew and ruled out their involvement, stating they were confused but not complicit in the plan. The investigation continues as officials examine the pilot's communications and travel history.