The Kremlin has stated it is incorrect to speculate about the cause of the deadly Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan until an official investigation is completed. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, speaking on December 26, emphasized that aviation authorities must conduct a thorough investigation before any conclusions are made. “Until investigators make their conclusions, it would be incorrect to make any kind of hypothesis. So, we cannot do it and nobody should do it. We must await the end of this investigation” Peskov said.
The crash occurred on December 25 near Aktau, Kazakhstan, when an Embraer EMBR3.SA jet, en route from Baku to Grozny, deviated from its planned route and crashed. There 62 passangers and 5 crew members on board. Among the passengers there were Russian citizens who are now being sent back to Moscow.
There have been various speculations on the cause of the crash, however, the Kremlin has firmly stated that it is inappropriate to make any assumptions before the official investigation concludes.
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Azerbaijan
A commemoration ceremony was held at Azerbaijan’s Consulate General in Aktau to honour the victims of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash. Consuls General from several countries attended, offering condolences, and a moment of silence was observed in memory of the lost lives.
14:38
29 survivors were rescued from the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau, Kazakhstan, which tragically claimed 38 lives. AZAL President Samir Rzayev praised the crew's heroism, while an investigation into the cause of the crash is underway.
14:21
Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent condolences to the presidents of Azerbaijan, Russia, and Kazakhstan following the deadly Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau, Kazakhstan, which killed at least 38 people. He expressed sympathy for the victims and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
13:06
Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan authorities have confirmed the recovery of all 38 bodies from the recent plane crash, with seven victims identified. Rescue operations continue as teams work to determine the cause of the tragedy.
12:46
Aktau
8 survivors of the plane crash near Aktau are on artificial ventilation systems, with 11 others in intensive care. The crash, involving an Azerbaijan Airlines flight, resulted in 38 deaths, and 29 survivors, including three children, are receiving medical treatment.
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