- The Flydubai flight was diverted from its route to Israel and landed in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.
- Israeli officials clarified that the diversion was not linked to any kidnapping.
The aircraft, traveling from Dubai toward Tel Aviv, briefly transmitted a distress signal during the flight.
A spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the incident did not constitute a hijacking, contradicting earlier media reports that suggested a security threat.
The spokesperson added that Prime Minister Netanyahu is holding consultations regarding the diverted flight.
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