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Ukrainian drone attack reported before Azerbaijani plane crash

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Highlights
  • On December 25, 2024, an Azerbaijani Airlines plane crashed while trying to land in Grozny, killing 38 and leaving 29 injured.
  • Initial investigations suggest that Russian air defense systems may have been involved, with indications of external interference affecting the flight.
  • Consequently, Azerbaijan Airlines has suspended several flights to Russia amid rising tensions and calls for accountability from Azerbaijan.
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On December 25, 2024, an Azerbaijani Airlines plane, flying from Baku to Grozny, crashed while attempting to land in Kazakhstan. The crash resulted in the deaths of 38 individuals, while 29 survivors were injured. Early investigations have suggested the plane may have come under fire from Russian air defense systems amid a complicated situation in Chechnya, exacerbated by drone strikes from Ukraine. Eyewitness testimonies reported hearing multiple explosions before the crash, and visible damage on the tail of the aircraft seems to support claims of missile involvement. As flights into Russia were suspended due to safety concerns, American officials offered to assist in the investigation, while Azerbaijani authorities pointed to

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