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A senior United Arab Emirates official has for the first time publicly called the flydubai plane attack an ‘act of terrorism’, marking a significant shift in official rhetoric regarding the incident. Anwar Gargash warned against ‘simplistic interpretations’ and conspiracy theories surrounding the attack.

Israeli Prime Minister has stated that Israel is investigating whether the attacker acted alone. He warned that ‘whoever sent him will pay a heavy price’, indicating Israeli assessment that the attack may have had external direction or support.

The incident has raised concerns about regional security and potential terrorist activity. The UAE official’s explicit use of the terrorism designation suggests growing concern within Gulf leadership about the nature and implications of the attack.

Sources: www.israelhayom.co.il, Times of Israel, Ynet

Update 20:45: Developing story – UAE escalates response with terrorism designation