FlyDubai Co-Pilot Identified, Gaza Strikes Kill 5, Saudi Oil Fire Erupts

Omani co-pilot suspected in FlyDubai attack, Gaza strikes kill 5, Saudi oil facility on fire. Latest Mideast developments.

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October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Dubai, United Arab Emirates — A co-pilot suspected of attacking the captain of an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight has been identified as an Omani national named Hamam al-Hammami, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the incident.

The co-pilot allegedly used a crash axe to assault the pilot and attempted to take control of the aircraft, which was carrying 182 passengers. Oman had previously barred him from flying due to concerns about extremist views, a separate source revealed.

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In other developments, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least five people, including two women from the Christian minority. Meanwhile, a fire broke out at an oil facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, though the cause remains unknown. The situation continues to evolve as more details emerge.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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