Aktau, Kazakhstan – December 25, 2024: A passenger plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines crashed near the city of Aktau in western Kazakhstan on Wednesday, according to Kazakhstan’s Emergencies Ministry. Initial reports confirmed there were survivors among the 67 people on board.
Authorities stated that 25 survivors have been hospitalized with injuries of varying severity. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the crash site to provide medical assistance and assess the situation.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, and an investigation has been launched to determine the cause. Aviation and safety experts, along with local authorities, are examining the wreckage and collecting evidence to understand what led to the tragic incident.
The crash site, located near Aktau, a city situated on the eastern shores of the Caspian Sea, has been cordoned off as rescue operations continue. Families of the passengers are being informed, and the government has pledged full support to assist the affected individuals.
Azerbaijan Airlines has not yet released a detailed statement but expressed its condolences and assured full cooperation with the ongoing investigation.
This developing story highlights renewed concerns over aviation safety in the region, as the airline industry works to ensure similar incidents are avoided in the future. Further updates are expected as authorities continue to gather details.
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