TWA Flight 847

TWA Flight 847 was a commercial flight from Athens to Rome, hijacked in June 1985 by terrorists. The hijackers, associated with Middle Eastern militant groups, took control of the Boeing 727, holding passengers and crew hostage for several days. They demanded the release of prisoners in Israel. During the ordeal, they subjected some passengers to violence and violence, including shootings and assaults. The crisis ended with the hijackers eventually surrendering after negotiations, but it highlighted the risks of international air travel and terrorism's threat. The event had lasting impacts on airline security and international counter-terrorism efforts.