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Flydubai co-pilot was banned from flying in Oman for extremism
The co-pilot of the flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, who allegedly attacked Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, has been identified as Hamam Alhamami.
Pilots' body urges Modi to give flydubai captain bravery award
The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recommending an appropriate National Bravery Award/national civilian recognition for flydubai pilot, Captain Smit Machchhar, for saving the lives of 174 passengers.
In call, flydubai captain tells Modi what gave him courage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who narrowly averted a major mid-air disaster on a flydubai flight after he was stabbed by the co-pilot, who allegedly tried to crash the plane.
Co-pilot who stabbed Indian captain was radicalized, suicidal: Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed the co-pilot who allegedly tried to crash the flydubai plane traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv was radicalized and suicidal.
Oil prices surge over 2% as China halts fuel exports
Oil prices surged by over 2% on Thursday, with Brent crude crossing the $100 per barrel mark.
flydubai horror: Attacker may have struck Indian captain with ax
The captain of the flydubai aircraft, who fought off his co-pilot trying to allegedly crash the plane on their way from Dubai to Tel Aviv, may have been struck with an ax.
flydubai Captain Machchhar to be awarded 'Visisht Gujarat Garima Award'
The Gujarat government on Thursday announced that it will honor Captain Smit Machchhar with the "Visisht Gujarat Garima Award."
'Prevented 9/11-style attack': Modi praises flydubai Indian pilot
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Captain Smit Machchhar, the pilot of the Dubai-Tel Aviv flydubai flight, who fought off his co-pilot, allegedly trying to crash the plane.
'Religious extremist, refused handshakes with women': Colleague describes flydubai attacker
A flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after one pilot stabbed the other and allegedly tried to crash the plane.
Who is 'hero' flydubai Indian pilot Smit Machchhar
Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot with flydubai, is being hailed as a hero after he fought off his co-pilot, who allegedly tried to crash the plane.
Netanyahu, Modi praise flydubai Indian pilot who saved 174 lives
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hailed the captain of a flydubai jet, calling him "a true hero" for saving the 174 people on board after he was stabbed by his co-pilot.
flydubai flight horror: 'Indian-origin' captain stopped co-pilot from crashing plane
The captain, who fought the co-pilot of the flydubai FZ1073 and thwarted a suspected terror attack, was reportedly of Indian origin.
Erroneous data triggers report of 2nd flydubai flight diversion
A Flydubai flight, FZ1081, from Dubai to Tel Aviv is proceeding as planned, contrary to reports that the plane had turned around.
9/11-style attack planned? What happened on Dubai-Tel Aviv flight
A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv faced a mid-air emergency and made an unscheduled landing at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia after what Israeli officials said was an attempted hijacking by one of the pilots that led to a mid-air altercation.
Dubai-Tel Aviv flight lands in Saudi after hijacking scare
A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing at Tabuk airport in Saudi Arabia after a suspected hijacking scare.
Oil prices climb after Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal
Oil prices surged over 1% in early Asian trading on Monday.
Kerala man sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia executed
A 41-year-old man from Kannur, Kerala, was executed in Saudi Arabia on Sunday after being convicted of drug smuggling.
Yemen: 7 killed, 40 injured in Saudi airstrikes at market
Seven people were killed and 40 others injured after airstrikes hit the Taiz Central Market in Yemen's Mawiyah Junction, Al-Taiziyah district,
Iran offers to mediate Saudi-Houthi conflict, denies involvement
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has denied his country's involvement in the recent escalation of conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia: Sri Lankan sentenced to death over Facebook post
A 24-year-old Sri Lankan Tamil migrant worker, Sivarasa Anojan, has reportedly been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia over a Facebook post deemed insulting to Islam and Prophet Muhammad.
What's India-Middle East-Europe corridor that Trump backed at UNGA
United States President Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).
First Saudi cars are straight out of a sci-fi movie
Saudi Arabia has officially entered the automotive industry with its first domestic car brand, Ceer.
Oil prices below $100-a-barrel again: Here we decode why
Oil prices have dropped below the $100-a-barrel mark, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude trading at $90.10 a barrel and Brent crude at $99.09 today.
'Iran must end arming Houthis': G7 nations
The Group of Seven (G7) nations have called on Iran to end its support for the Houthi rebels in Yemen, stating it must "end its arming of and support" for the Houthis in Yemen.
UK agrees to refuel Saudi jets to counter Houthi attacks
The United Kingdom has agreed to provide limited military support to Saudi Arabia in the wake of recent Houthi attacks, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirmed, saying it includes air-to-air refueling for Saudi planes by the Royal Air Force (RAF).
India's crude oil import bill jumps 48% to nearly $75B
India's crude oil import bill has witnessed a massive 48% jump, hitting $74.8 billion during the April-August period.
Houthis assure they won't target US vessels in Red Sea
The Houthi movement has assured the United States that it will not target US vessels in the Red Sea.
'Very big things will happen': Trump warns Iranian regime
United States President Donald Trump has said he is in "deciding mode" over the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Why Saudi Arabia quit cross-border payments platform led by China
Saudi Arabia has withdrawn from mBridge, a China-led cross-border payments platform.
US issues travel advisory for Middle East amid rising tensions
The United States Department of State's Consular Affairs has issued a security alert for the Middle East.
Yemen's Houthis launch missile toward Riyadh, intercepted by Saudi-led coalition
The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis has reported that the Iran-backed group launched a ballistic missile at Riyadh early Saturday.
One-dish wedding menu, no new vehicles: Pakistan's austerity measures
Pakistan is reeling under a severe fuel crisis, worsened by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Saudi Arabia proposes 2-week ceasefire in Yemen war
Saudi Arabia has reportedly proposed a two-week ceasefire to the Houthi rebels in Yemen.
Saudi Aramco has halted crude supplies to India, report says
Saudi Aramco has halted the supply of crude oil to Indian refiners until further notice, The Economic Times reported.
India 'deeply concerned' over alleged Houthi drone attack near Mecca
India has condemned the recent drone attack near Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
US issues level-3 travel advisory for Saudi Arabia
The United States has issued a Level 3 "Reconsider Travel" advisory for Saudi Arabia.
Pakistan considering 'smart lockdown' to reduce fuel consumption
Pakistan is considering a "smart lockdown" and other austerity measures to reduce fuel consumption after petrol and high-speed diesel prices were hiked.
Yemen's Houthis claim to have shot down Saudi F-15 jet
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed that they have shot down a Saudi fighter jet using a locally made munition.
Saudi cancels oil shipments to Europe after key pipeline hit
Saudi Arabia has cut its oil shipments to Europe after drone attacks damaged its key export pipeline to the Red Sea.
Saudi draws 'red line' after Houthi drone intercepted near Mecca
Saudi Arabia's air defenses successfully intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca, preventing it from entering restricted airspace over the holy city, on Tuesday.
In first, Saudi activates Mecca warning system amid Houthi threat
Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Civil Defense issued alerts on Tuesday, warning of a "potential danger" in Jeddah, the holy city of Mecca and Taif, amid escalating clashes between Saudi and Yemen's Houthis, which have carried out a series of missile and drone attacks on the kingdom's cities and infrastructure in recent days.
Saudi turns to Israel for help to fight Houthis
Saudi Arabia is reportedly seeking assistance from Israel in its fight against Houthi militants who have seized several strategically located islands along the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
US bases, aircraft, diplomatic facilities damaged in Iran war: Report
A United States government watchdog has released its first report detailing the impact of the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Saudi oil export stocks could run out within days unless...
Saudi Arabia's oil export stocks could run out within days if a key pipeline remains shut, leading to the loss of up to 4% of global supply, oil buyers and traders said.
Brent nears $110 as US-Iran conflict drives oil higher
Oil prices witnessed a sharp spike on Monday, with Brent crude breaching the $107 per barrel mark. The surge is mainly due to rising tensions in the Middle East and fears of potential disruptions to global energy supplies.
Like Venezuela, US might keep Iranian oil too: Trump
US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States could continue its conflict with Iran and even take control of its oil.
Bin Laden considered attacks in India, other countries: CIA
The United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has released over 70 presidential intelligence briefs related to former al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden.
Why Saudi Arabia had to shut down its oil pipeline
Saudi Arabia said drones launched from Iraqi territory temporarily shut down a key oil export route.
BRICS summit begins; New Delhi Declaration expected
The 18th BRICS summit commenced in New Delhi on Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcoming leaders of the 11-member bloc at Bharat Mandapam.
Iran-backed Houthis seize Yemen's strategic port city of Mocha
Iran-backed Houthi rebels have captured the strategic port city of Mocha in Yemen, located on the Red Sea. The move could expand Tehran's influence over another key Middle Eastern waterway.
Trump declined Saudi crown prince's request to strike Houthis
United States President Donald Trump reportedly declined requests from Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) to launch strikes against Houthi forces in Yemen.
Pakistan tells Iran to 'rein in Houthis' over Saudi attacks
Pakistan has reportedly warned Iran to control its Houthi allies in Yemen as they continue to attack Saudi Arabia.
Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi energy facilities, injuring over 70 people
Operations at some energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, the world's largest oil exporter, were suspended after Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched attacks.
25yrs later, new footage links 9/11 suspect to Saudi, al-Qaeda
A BBC investigation has uncovered new footage of Omar al-Bayoumi, a Saudi national who was investigated by the FBI for his suspected links to the September 11 hijackers.
OPEC+ likely to keep oil output policy unchanged for October
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, collectively known as OPEC+, are likely to keep their oil output policy unchanged for October.
Trump administration devising post-Iran war strategy for Middle East: Report
The Trump administration is reportedly working on a post-Iran war strategy for the Middle East.
'See no risk': Bangladesh will consider joining Mecca defense pact
Bangladesh has said it will consider joining the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement, signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan.
Pakistan, Kuwait sign military cooperation agreement
Pakistan has signed a military cooperation agreement with Kuwait, further expanding its defense ties in the Gulf region.
Qatar's LNG exports are down 96%. Reason? US-Iran war
The ongoing US-Iran conflict has taken a heavy toll on Qatar's economy, one of the world's top liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporters.