An Arkia flight traveling from Paris to Tel Aviv was diverted to Cyprus after a passenger attacked a flight attendant. The incident began when the passenger tried to access the bathrooms during takeoff, violating flight regulations. After being asked to return to his seat, he responded with verbal and physical aggression toward a crew member. The pilot decided to land in Paphos, Cyprus, where local police arrested the passenger. The airline stressed its commitment to safety and zero tolerance for violence against staff. The flight was expected to continue to Tel Aviv with the remaining passengers. Arkia has played a significant role in maintaining air connections to Israel amid ongoing disruptions and has recently expanded its routes, despite facing legal challenges related to past flight cancellations.