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Australia launches probe into FlyDubai co-pilot’s past, and other Mideast news

Australian authorities are investigating an Omani FlyDubai co-pilot's time in Australia after he allegedly tried to seize an Israel-bound aircraft. The pilot is currently detained in the UAE. On Monday, Australian Federal Police said a joint counterterrorism team is involved in the investigation. New Zealand authorities are also looking into his time…

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution· Oct 5, 4:32 PMAustralia launches probe into FlyDubai co-pilot’s past, and other Mideast news

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