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Pro-Gaza MP Accused of Spreading Conspiracy Theory After Flydubai Hijack Attempt
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Attempted Hijacking of Flydubai Flight to Tel Aviv
A Flydubai aircraft bound for Tel Aviv from Dubai, carrying 180 passengers, was forced to divert over Jordanian airspace toward Saudi Arabia after transmitting emergency signals on a Wednesday. According to reports, one pilot allegedly stabbed his co-pilot and attempted to seize control, causing the plane to drop from 33,000 feet to 17,000 feet within a minute.
Background and Context
The incident occurred amid heightened tensions surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict. Ayoub Khan, the independent MP for Birmingham Perry Barr and a vocal supporter of Gaza, shared a link to a news article about the hijack attempt on Thursday. In his post, Khan expressed surprise at the speed of the Israeli response, suggesting a possible “rat” in the investigation.
Official Statements & Responses
He later said he did not know who was responsible for the alleged terror plot. No official comment from Israeli authorities or Flydubai was provided in the source material.
Criticism and Opposition
Labour peer Lord Austin condemned Khan’s remarks, calling them “disgraceful” and accusing the MP of endorsing “crazy conspiracy theories” that the attack was a false-flag operation by Israel.
Verbatim Quote
- “Normally it takes them months if not years. I think I smell a rat!” — Birmingham Perry Barr