Seemingly, Israel faced only two options: to surrender to terrorism, release terrorists, and ensure that more hijackings would follow; or to reject the ultimatum and launch a military operation.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu memorializes his brother, Yoni Netanyahu, who was killed in a 1976 mission rescuing Israelis held hostage after a hijacked flight.

DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: Half a century after one of the most daring Israeli rescue operations, what were Ugandan President Idi Amin's movements and thoughts?