Captain Smite Machar's condition has improved as he moves towards recovery following injuries from a stabbing in the cockpit during FlyDubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The aircraft diverted to Tabuk in northwest Saudi Arabia after the incident, with 174 people on board. The patient was first treated at a hospital in Tabuk before being moved to Abu Dhabi for further care. In Abu Dhabi, Indian Ambassador to the UAE Deepak Mittal met Machar and her family, expressing satisfaction at her improving health. Mittal also conveyed continued support from Indian authorities and the embassy network in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, pledging all possible assistance for Machar's recovery. The Ministry of External Affairs noted the ongoing engagement with local authorities to monitor the case and provide updates. Mittal's visit underscored the acknowledgment of Machar's bravery and the international appreciation she has received for her actions. The health update from the embassy followed previous statements indicating that Machar is recuperating and that she is advancing in her recovery, with physicians guiding her treatment. No further medical specifics were released publicly.