Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently issued a statement commending Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for his conduct during a violent incident. According to the Prime Minister, Machchhar was stabbed and sustained serious injuries during an altercation with an assailant. Despite his condition, the pilot reportedly fought back and managed to open the cockpit door, an action that allowed passengers and other crew members to intervene and subdue the perpetrator.

The incident highlights the pilot's role in preventing further harm to those on board. While the specific details regarding the flight path, the identity of the attacker, or the current medical status of the pilot were not elaborated upon in the initial reports, the focus remains on the recognition of Machchhar’s defensive actions. Netanyahu’s public acknowledgment serves to emphasize the gravity of the threat faced by the crew and the significance of the pilot's intervention in ensuring the safety of the passengers.