Passengers on flydubai flight recognized as victims of hostile acts; National Insurance: no automatic allowance

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The Defense Ministry recognized the attempted attack on the flydubai flight as a hostile act, and the flight's passengers will be recognized as victims of hostile acts after investigative authorities confirm it. The decision was passed to the National Insurance Institute, which will continue to handle the victims and their rights. More than 170 Israelis were on the flight, which left Dubai for Tel Aviv, and the recognition was granted about a month and a half after the attempted attack on the plane. The approving authority in the Defense Ministry recognized the attempted attack as a hostile act, after it was revealed that the passengers remained without official recognition and without assistance.

After investigative authorities confirmed it, the National Insurance Institute clarified that flydubai flight passengers who were injured physically or mentally may file a claim to determine disability. However, an automatic allowance will not be granted to everyone. Under the law, appearance before a medical committee is required, and passengers who are assessed at more than 20% disability will be entitled to an allowance and benefits.

The decision concerns civilian passengers who were physically or mentally injured, and eligibility for a monthly allowance and additional benefits will be determined according to the disability percentages approved for each victim. In parallel, the passengers continue to pursue a claim against the airline.