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A failed hijacking attempt of a FlyDubai flight has revealed significant gaps in security protocols for foreign aircraft arriving in Israel. Ynet reports that foreign air crews are landing at Ben Gurion Airport with minimal Israeli security screening, despite recommendations from Israel’s State Comptroller.

The incident has exposed jurisdictional confusion between the Transport Ministry, Shin Bet security service, and the Israel Airport Authority, with officials passing responsibility between agencies rather than addressing the vulnerability. Senior former officials have warned of deep bureaucratic failures that could enable future security threats.

The primary concern centres on smaller, lesser-known airports from which aircraft operate to Israel, creating potential blind spots in the country’s aviation security infrastructure. The failed hijacking attempt highlighted these systemic weaknesses that have reportedly persisted despite previous warnings.

Sources: Ynet