Netanyahu invites pilot who thwarted hijacking, Smit Machchhar, to light Independence Day torch...

Defense and security | Oct 4, 2026, 4:46 PM

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu invited pilot Smit Machchhar to light a torch at Israel's Independence Day ceremony. Machchhar is credited with thwarting a hijacking.

The event recognizes contributions to national security during annual celebrations.

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