A tragic aviation accident has struck near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan. On Wednesday, a passenger jet belonging to Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) crashed with 67 people on board.
According to Kazakh authorities, the crash resulted in the deaths of 38 individuals. The remaining 29 passengers were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
The cause of the crash remains unknown as investigations are currently underway. The plane’s black box has been recovered near Aktau, as reported by the Azerbaijan state news agency AZERTAC.
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has extended his condolences over the tragic incident, highlighting the international community’s concern and sorrow following this event.
This unfortunate incident has drawn global attention to aviation safety and the ongoing efforts to ensure the well-being of travelers worldwide. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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