New details are emerging about Hamam Al Hammami, the Omani co pilot accused of attacking Indian captain Smit Machchhar aboard Flydubai flight FZ1073. Al Hammami previously worked for Oman Air, where reports say extremist material was discovered during his pilot training in 2024. Reports also claim Oman later barred him from flying, raising questions about how he subsequently joined Flydubai. Deleted social media posts have also come under scrutiny, with reports alleging disturbing anti-Jewish content and controversial views about women and mixed gender workplaces.

The Israeli military says it has eliminated Hamas sniper operative Tamer Hamaidah in a precision airstrike in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. According to the IDF and Shin Bet, Hamaidah served as a sniper in Hamas’s military wing and was involved in planning attacks targeting Israeli troops and civilians. The strike comes as Israel says Hamas continues efforts to rebuild its military structure, including recruiting new fighters and replacing commanders lost during the war.