New information indicates that Hamam al-Hammami, the flydubai co-pilot accused in a hijacking attempt, confessed to planning the attack prior to his employment with the airline. This revelation comes from two Israeli officials familiar with the interrogation of al-Hammami. Details regarding al-Hammami’s studies in Melbourne have also surfaced, though the nature of those studies remains unspecified. The suspect reportedly disclosed his pre-employment planning during questioning last week. This suggests the incident was not a spontaneous act but a premeditated operation. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the plot and any potential accomplices. The focus is now on understanding al-Hammami's motivations and background, including his time spent studying in Melbourne.