Flydubai flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after cockpit altercation, potential terror attack investigated

A Flydubai flight carrying approximately 180 passengers from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday after a mid-air altercation in the cockpit prompted a hijacking distress signal. Israeli authorities are investigating whether a potential mass casualty terror attack was prevented, with reports indicating a violent struggle and a rapid descent of the aircraft. Passengers reportedly assisted in restraining one of the pilots, and the plane landed safely with all passengers reported safe.