Copilot ‘was perhaps a terrorist or a whack-job,’ says Trump after call with Netanyahu
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Following a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, United States President Donald Trump commented on an attempted hijacking involving a Flydubai flight, describing the copilot as "perhaps a terrorist or a whack-job." The remarks came in the context of broader discussions regarding regional security.
In connection with the event, Israeli carrier Arkia announced it is preparing to resume its Dubai route following the security incident. Additionally, the U.S. president issued a warning regarding Iran, stating that the time has come to either secure a deal or "maybe blow them up."
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Times of Israel (IL)Broad geopolitical context including Arkia airline resumption and Iran ultimatum.
israelnationalnews.com (ISRAEL)Direct focus on Trump's characterization of the copilot in the terror attack.
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