Hijacker of Egyptian Passenger Flight Arrested, Hostages Released

A hijacked EgyptAir flight carrying 81 passengers has landed in Cyprus after a hijacker seized control of the aircraft.

After take-off, an individual on board announced he was wearing a belt with explosives, Dubai-based AL Arabiya reported (file photo).

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