A devastating incident unfolded on Wednesday when an Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) passenger jet carrying 67 individuals crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan. As reported by Kazakh authorities, the tragic event resulted in 38 fatalities. Additionally, 29 survivors were promptly transported to nearby hospitals for medical attention.
The search for answers continues as the plane's black box was recovered near the crash site, according to AZERTAC, the Azerbaijan state news agency. Investigators are diligently working to determine the cause of the crash, but as of now, the reasons behind this tragedy remain unclear.
The international community has expressed deep sorrow over the incident. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres extended his condolences, emphasizing the global concern and mourning following the loss of lives in this heartbreaking event.
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