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Flydubai attack was a ‘terrorist act’, UAE official says; praises captain Smit Machchhar for saving flight

A UAE official on Friday called the Flydubai Flight FZ1073 cockpit attack a “terrorist act” and praised Indian captain Smit Machchhar, who was seriously injured after being attacked by his co-pilot but helped passengers and crew regain control of the Dubai-Tel Aviv flight before it made an emergency landing in…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

'Terrorist act': UAE official on flydubai attack, praises India pilot Smit Machchhar

NEW DELHI: A UAE official has described the mid-air incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 as a “terrorist act” while praising Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for his role in ensuring the aircraft landed safely, news agency AFP reported on Friday.

The Times of India · Oct 2

Manchester synagogue hero describes moment he was stabbed by knife-wielding terrorist

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The Independent UK · Oct 2

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Uk-Iranian Man Arrested: UK police detain 27-year-old over RAF Fairford case; Iran link under probe

A UK-Iranian dual national was arrested in London over a security incident linked to RAF Fairford. The incident followed the arrest of five British men suspected of preparing a terrorist act. Authorities are investigating potential foreign state involvement, particularly from Iran, which has denied any connection. UK Prime Minister Andy…

The Times of India · Oct 1

UK-Iran national arrested under Terrorism Act over RAF Fairford incident

Counter-terrorism police arrest 25-year-old in Westminster and search two properties in central London

The Guardian - UK · Oct 1

Sixth man arrested in connection with suspected RAF Fairford terror plot

Counter Terrorism Policing said the UK-Iranian national was arrested on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts.

Evening Standard · Oct 1

UK-Iranian national arrested in London on suspicion of preparation of terror acts over RAF base 'attack plot'

The 25-year-old was detained by counter-terrorism police in the borough of Westminster

Evening Standard · Oct 1

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From suicide bombers to positions of authority – the changing role of women in jihadi groups

Khadra Essa, a Somali-born Dutch citizen operating in Syria under the name Umm Qaqa al-Somali, is a wanted woman.

The Conversation · Oct 1

UAE orders terrorism investigation amid search for motive behind plane hijacking

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The Independent UK · Oct 1

Trump calls co-pilot who tried to hijack Israel flight ‘a terrorist or a whack job’

The president also praised the pilot who was stabbed during flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv as a hero for helping prevent plane crash

The Independent UK · Oct 1

UAE launches probe into flydubai flight incident, says MoFA

An investigation has been ordered by the UAE following the flydubai flight incident en route to Tel Aviv. The flight was diverted to Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia due to an altercation in the flight deck. UAE authorities will examine the incident for possible connections to terrorist activity or prior…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

UAE to investigate Flydubai mid-air scare, examine prior planning

NEW DELHI: The UAE has ordered a probe into the Flydubai mid-air incident involving an alleged attempt by an Omani co-pilot to crash a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, with investigators set to examine all circumstances and motives, including any possible links to terrorist activity, prior planning or direction.

The Times of India · Oct 1

Delhi High Court grants bail to pro-ISIS group member in UAPA case

The Delhi High Court granted bail to Mohd Shahzal Kamal, an alleged member of a pro-ISIS group 'Harkat-ul-Harb-E-Islam,' in a case Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). According to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Kamal and the other co-accused entered into a criminal conspiracy to commit terrorist acts and wilfully abetted…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

94-Year-Old Human Rights Barrister Arrested for Holding Handwritten Anti-Genocide Sign While on Wheelchair

Margaret Owen, a 94-year-old human rights barrister, was arrested at a Liverpool protest challenging the proscription of Palestine Action, as police detained dozens under terrorism legislation.

International Business Times UK · Oct 1

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AAP · Oct 1

Man accused of pledging allegiance to IS makes bail bid

A man charged with being a member of a terrorist organisation has argued he has exceptional reasons to be released back into the community.

International Business Times UK · Oct 1

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Points to Iran Link in RAF Fairford Probe: Was Reform UK's Nigel Farage Right?

Andy Burnham says there are strong indications Iran played a role in the RAF Fairford incident, while police continue investigating five arrests and alleged links to Iranian activity.

The Economic Times · Oct 1

NIA court frames charges against Yasin Malik, 6 others for offence of money laundering; ED alleges foreign funding through Hawala

A Special NIA Court in New Delhi has ordered charges against Yasin Malik and six others for money laundering. The case involves the alleged transfer of Rs 8,94,87,639 through hawala channels from Pakistan for subversive activities. The accused are linked to the Jammu & Kashmir Liberation Front and previous terrorist…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

"Terrorist or whack job": Trump on flydubai co-pilot after mid-air attack; calls Indian Captain Smit Machchhar a hero

US President Donald Trump communicated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about an attack on flydubai flight FZ1073. During this incident, an Indian pilot, Captain Smit Machchhar, was stabbed by his co-pilot. The quick actions of passengers helped subdue the attacker, allowing for a safe landing in Saudi Arabia. Both…

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The Times of India · Sep 30

UK sees ‘strong indications’ of Iranian role in RAF Fairford incident

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated there are strong indications of Iranian involvement in a recent incident. Five British men were arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offenses. They were later released on bail after no explosives were found in the vehicles involved. The investigation is…

The Conversation · Sep 30

RAF Fairford: the power (and risks) of making the public the ‘eyes and ears’ of counter-terrorism

The events around RAF Fairford offer a timely reminder of a less visible part of Britain’s counter-terrorism system: the role of the public. In the early hours of September 27, armed officers responded to a report of suspicious vehicles near the base and arrested five men. A local farmer had…

International Business Times · Sep 30

A Flight Heading To Israel Had To Do An Emergency Landing. Officials Are Calling It a Hijacking Attempt.

A "major disaster was narrowly avoided," the official said.

The Guardian - UK · Sep 30

Israeli forces overwhelmed by violent settlers in ‘terrorist attack’ on Palestinian family

Settler violence in West Bank makes everyday life ‘untenable’ for Palestinians, says ICRC after assault on family trying to return home in Jalud

The Conversation · Sep 30

Nigeria’s school kidnapping threat is changing: 4 lessons from the 56-day Oyo attack

Following the mass abduction of 46 pupils and teachers in Oyo State, south-west Nigeria in 2026, the authorities attributed the attack to the Ansaru terrorist group. Key suspects were prosecuted and handed prison terms. But this was not the first time terrorist groups had engaged in mass abduction of school…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 30

Exiled Burkina publisher tells RFI of repression and fear four years after coup

Burkina Faso on Wednesday marks four years since military strongman Captain Ibrahim Traoré took over in a coup. Comparing himself to anti-colonial icon Thomas Sankara, Traoré promised a "progressive and popular" revolution. RFI spoke to Inoussa Ouédraogo, a publishing director who now lives in exile about the country's fading human…

The Guardian - UK · Sep 30

Netanyahu says pilot arrested after stabbing fellow pilot and apparently trying to crash Israel-bound plane – as it happened

Israeli PM issues statement on flydubai incident, which saw plane plummet mid-air before emergency landing in Saudi Arabia

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