Indian Captain Praised for Heroism During Dubai-Tel Aviv Flight

New Delhi. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the courage of Indian Captain Smit Mothar, who was injured while struggling with the co-pilot for control of the plane during a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. He called Captain Mothar a 'hero' and praised his courage and determination to save others' lives amidst grave danger.

The airline stated that all 174 passengers on the Flydubai flight were safe. According to media reports, 166 of them were Israeli citizens. Captain Mothar was injured during the struggle with the co-pilot on the plane.