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Attempted cyber hacking ‘hijack’ of El Al flight

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A potential disaster was averted when pilots of an El Al 787 Dreamliner successfully thwarted a cyberattack attempting to divert the aircraft off its course to Tel Aviv.

  • Quick-thinking pilots prevented a cyberattack from diverting an El Al flight from its destination.

  • Suspicious instructions were disobeyed, and communication methods were switched, averting a potential disaster.

  • The incident underscores the importance of pilots being trained to handle communication interruptions professionally.

Reports emerged over the weekend detailing a cyberattack on an El Al airliner operating a flight between Bangkok, Thailand, and Tel Aviv, Israel. The cyber terrorists aimed to divert the aircraft but were stopped in their tracks by vigilant pilots, ensuring the safe landing of the aircraft in Tel Aviv.

Textbook Response

According to the Jerusalem Post, “hostile elements” attempted to seize control of an El Al flight’s communication network during its journey from Phuket International Airport in Thailand to Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion International Airport.

This cyberattack was the second such incident within the past week.

During the attack, the flight crew received instructions deviating from their planned route.

However, the pilots, recognising the irregularity, defied the instructions and swiftly switched to alternative communication methods.

They cross-verified the information with other air traffic controllers, thus preventing the potential diversion of the flight.

Situation Averted

The incident could have had severe consequences, including endangering the aircraft or even leading to a kidnapping scenario. An El Al source highlighted that pilots had been briefed on how to handle such situations professionally, ensuring the safety of passengers and crew.

Flight tracking data confirms the departure and arrival times of the El Al flight, indicating that despite the delay in departure, the aircraft landed in Tel Aviv only slightly behind schedule.

El Al emphasized that the disruptions were not targeted specifically at their planes and reassured that this was not a security breach.

The airline commended the professionalism of its pilots, whose quick thinking and actions allowed the flight to proceed without deviation.

The incident underscores the growing threat of cyberattacks on aviation infrastructure and the critical role of well-trained pilots in mitigating such risks.

As technology continues to advance, airlines must remain vigilant and prioritize cybersecurity measures to ensure the safety and security of passengers and crew.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing immediately

Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, raising concerns over arms race and global safety

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– Trump ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, risking global tensions and retaliation from other nations.
– Proliferation concerns are rising as nuclear states modernise arsenals and the New START Treaty nears expiration.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing immediately, aiming to align with testing programs from other countries according to the conversation.Resuming explosive nuclear tests would likely trigger retaliatory responses from nuclear-armed nations like Russia and China, worsening the arms race and increasing global risks.

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The potential for worldwide radioactive fallout remains high, even for underground tests. The Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, signed by 187 states, prohibits such testing, yet the US remains a signatory without ratification, bound not to violate the treaty’s intent.

Nuclear weapon testing, once crucial for understanding weapon effects and military planning, has diminished. Since World War II, nuclear tests have largely focused on developing new designs. Significant environmental and health concerns led to a moratorium on atmospheric testing in the early 1960s and the Partial Test Ban Treaty in 1963.

Many countries, including the US, stopped explosive testing in the 1990s. Technological advancements allowed nations to develop nuclear weapons without the need for actual explosions.

Proliferation Risks

Nuclear proliferation continues, with all nine nuclear-armed states investing heavily in modernising their arsenals. This raises concerns about lowered thresholds for using such weapons.

Recent conflicts involving nuclear threats have escalated, and the number of nuclear weapons operationally available has begun to rise again. Russia has tested advanced nuclear weapons, while China is rapidly expanding its military capabilities.

The New START Treaty, which confines the nuclear capabilities of the US and Russia, is set to expire soon, with no successor treaty negotiations underway.

The Doomsday Clock has moved closer to midnight this year, highlighting the heightened dangers facing the world today.

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US–China trade talks are a handshake, not a deal

Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

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Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.


Presidents Trump and Xi extend their tariff truce in an informal meeting, with US cuts and Chinese promises on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX cautions this is unofficial and deeper issues between the two super powers remain.

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Markets cautious as rate cut hopes fade

Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.

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Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.


Central banks pull back on rate cut expectations as tech stocks wobble and inflation pressures persist. Markets adjust cautiously to the Fed’s new tone.

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