Too early to say what motive for Dubai-Tel Aviv flight attack was, Israeli PM says
A pilot who stabbed another pilot on an Israel-bound plane is under investigation in Saudi Arabia, Benjamin Netanyahu says.
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"It's too early to say."
— Benjamin Netanyahu , Politician
""apparently tried to crash" the aircraft."
— Benjamin Netanyahu , Politician
"In the face of the gravest danger and despite being seriously injured, he showed immense courage and an unwavering resolve to protect the lives of others."
— Narendra Modi , Politician
Key People
Benjamin Netanyahu is the prime minister of Israel.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India.
Smit Machchhar is an Indian pilot injured during the incident.
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A pilot who stabbed another pilot on an Israel-bound plane is under investigation in Saudi Arabia, Benjamin Netanyahu says.
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