Israeli officials have reported a thwarted jihadist attempt onboard a flight destined for Tel Aviv. According to the Israeli Defense Minister, passengers and a crew member subdued a pilot who allegedly attempted to seize control of the aircraft. The plane had departed from Dubái carrying 166 Israeli citizens. Authorities are characterizing the incident as a deliberate attempt to crash the plane. The pilot is currently being detained and investigated. The quick actions of those onboard prevented a potential disaster, averting a significant security incident involving the flight from Dubái. Further details regarding the pilot’s motivations and affiliations are currently under investigation by Israeli security forces.