Australia probes flydubai co-pilot’s alleged ext...

Summary

• Australian counter-terrorism authorities have launched an investigation into a flydubai co-pilot’s alleged links to extremism after he reportedly attacked the captain and attempted to seize control of a passenger aircraft travelling from the United Arab Emirates to Israel.
• Australian authorities are now examining his time in the country and whether he had any links to extremist activity.
• The Australian investigation adds an international dimension to the case, as authorities seek to establish whether the co-pilot’s time in Melbourne offers any clues about the alleged incident.

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Australian counter-terrorism authorities have launched an investigation into a flydubai co-pilot’s alleged links to extremism after he reportedly attacked the captain and attempted to seize control of a passenger aircraft travelling from the United Arab Emirates to Israel.

The incident, which occurred aboard flight FZ1073 on September 30, prompted an emergency diversion to Saudi Arabia and raised questions about the suspect’s background, including his time studying in Australia.

According to Australian media reports, the Victorian Joint Counter Terrorism Team is examining the co-pilot’s connections to the country. The team comprises federal and state police and Australia’s domestic intelligence agency, the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO).