2 Maldivian pilots detained in UAE over alleged plot to down flydubai aircraft
The flight FZ1073, which was carrying 174 passengers and crew members, was travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv when the alleged attack took place.
The Hindu reports that the flight FZ1073, which was carrying 174 passengers and crew members, was travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv when the alleged attack took place.
This world story centres on the United Arab Emirates. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Maldivian, UAE and FZ.
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- Maldivian, UAE, FZ, Dubai
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