LIVE: Flydubai Incident Latest Updates | Captain Smit Machchhar, Co-Pilot Probe, PM Modi Call & More

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Flydubai Incident LIVE Updates: Follow the latest developments surrounding flydubai Flight FZ1073 and Indian Captain Smit Machchhar after the dramatic cockpit incident aboard the Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. Captain Smit Machchhar is recovering in the UAE after being seriously injured during the mid-air confrontation. Saudi authorities said their initial investigation found that the captain was assaulted by his co-pilot, and the accused co-pilot has since been handed over to the UAE as the investigation widens. UAE authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident, including whether it involved terrorist activity, prior planning or direction. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also spoken with Captain Smit Machchhar over a video call, praising his courage, presence of mind and composure. During the conversation, Machchhar described his experience during the crisis and said he recited the Hanuman Chalisa during the ordeal. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 was travelling from Dubai to

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