Putin Expresses Condolences to Azerbaijan’s President Over ‘Tragic Incident’ Involving Aircraft Crash

Azerbaijani Passenger Jet Loses Control and Crashes in Russian Airspace: europea

In a tragic incident, an Azerbaijani passenger jet lost control and crashed while traversing Russian airspace on Saturday. The crash, which occurred near Grozny, Chechnya, is suspected to be the result of a Ukrainian drone strike. However, the Kremlin has neither confirmed nor denied this theory.

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed regret over the incident, stating that it was " deeply lamentable that such a tragic event occurred in Russia‘s airspace." President Aliyev of Azerbaijan, who was informed about the incident by Putin, attributed the crash to "external physical and technical interference" while the craft was in Russian airspace.

Azerbaijan’s President’s Office later released a statement, confirming that the passenger jet had indeed crashed due to "external physical and technical obstacles," leading to a complete loss of control. The Office also reported numerous injuries among passengers and crew members, citing burn injuries and trauma.

The European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, issued a statement expressing deep concern over the incident and calling for a thorough, independent investigation. The statement emphasized the need for a swift and transparent inquiry into the cause of the crash.

As investigations into the incident continue, the world watches and waits for answers. The safety and security of air travel hang in the balance as potential external interference is cited as the cause of this tragic event.