# Attacker's motive unknown after flight to Israel escapes disaster

https://mins.news/en/video/81667

- euronews, 2026-10-01 10:24 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggN9K7FBk9s

> The identity and motive of the attacker remain unknown after a flydubai flight bound for Israel escaped disaster following the stabbing of its pilot. Saudi and UAE authorities have said little beyond confirming investigations, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the co-pilot was arrested.

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