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1994 Plane Attack Suspect Arrested in Venezuela

11/12/2025

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Ali Zaki Hage Jalil has been arrested in Venezuela as the alleged perpetrator of the 1994 plane attack that killed 21 people.
The attack occurred shortly after takeoff from Colón International Airport and is the worst in Panama's history.
Panama seeks Jalil's extradition and has begun diplomatic procedures for his trial.
The United States offered a reward for information on the incident, which linked the case to Hezbollah.

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Story summary

Ali Zaki Hage Jalil has been arrested in Venezuela as the alleged perpetrator of the 1994 plane attack that killed 21 people.
The attack occurred shortly after takeoff from Colón International Airport and is the worst in Panama's history.
Panama seeks Jalil's extradition and has begun diplomatic procedures for his trial.
The United States offered a reward for information on the incident, which linked the case to Hezbollah.