Protestors Storm Airport Over Flight From Israel
A flight from Israel to the Russian Republic of Dagestan was forced to land at an alternate airport today after pro-Palestinian protestors stormed the airport in the capital of Makhachkala. According to reports, the flight was carrying Israeli travelers and was met with hostility upon its arrival.
Eyewitness footage showed a mob rampaging through the terminal, chanting anti-Israeli slogans and seeking to attack the arriving passengers. The situation quickly escalated, causing chaos and panic at the airport. According to Channel 12, the protestors were mostly made up of Palestinian expats living in the mainly Muslim region of Dagestan.
Dagestan, a Russian republic located in the North Caucasus region, has a majority-Muslim population, with a strong history of anti-Israel sentiment. The recent escalation of violence in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has sparked widespread demonstrations and protests in many parts of the world.
Mobs break into the Makhachkala airport, in Russia’s north Caucasus, looking to lynch Jews after rumors spread about the arrival of Jewish refugees from Israel. pic.twitter.com/stMvyqNUqv
— Yaroslav Trofimov (@yarotrof) October 29, 2023
As tensions flew high at the airport, the Russian aviation authority Rosaviatsia announced the closure of the Makhachkala airport for safety reasons. All incoming flights were diverted to other airports, causing disruptions and delays for travelers.
The diverted flight, which was originally scheduled to land in Makhachkala, was eventually redirected to an alternate airport. However, chaos and hostility followed, as riot police were called in to protect the passengers on board. The passengers were instructed to remain inside the plane for their own safety.
The scene at the alternate airport was chaotic, with riot police struggling to control the angry mob. Videos circulating on social media showed violent clashes between the protestors and police, with objects being thrown and rioters attempting to storm the airport once again.
Pro Hamas mob chanting “Allahu Akbar” just stormed a Russian airport because they heard a flight landed carrying jews. #HamasNazis pic.twitter.com/R6KWgosG8E
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) October 29, 2023
The situation in Makhachkala highlights the deep-rooted sentiments and passions evoked by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been ongoing for decades, with no clear resolution in sight. The recent surge in violence, with hundreds of casualties on both sides, has only further exacerbated tensions and sparked widespread outrage and protests around the world.
As the situation remains tense in Makhachkala and other parts of the world, authorities are working to restore order and ensure the safety of all individuals involved. The diverted flight is expected to continue its journey to its original destination once the situation is under control.
In the meantime, the incident serves as a reminder of the far-reaching impact of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the need for a peaceful resolution. As the world watches and waits for a resolution to this ongoing conflict, it is clear that the effects of the violence are felt far beyond the borders of the Middle East.