Russian military plane crashes in annexed Crimea, killing 29 people on board
A tragic incident occurred in annexed Crimea as a Russian military plane crashed, resulting in the loss of six crew members and 23 passengers on board. The Defense Ministry of Russia confirmed the unfortunate event in the early hours of Wednesday.
The aircraft involved in the crash was an An-26 military transport plane that was carrying out a routine flight over the Crimean peninsula, which was annexed by Russia from Ukraine in 2014. The military authorities lost contact with the plane at approximately 6 p.m. on Tuesday, leading to concerns about the safety of the passengers and crew.
According to reports from Russian news agencies, the Defense Ministry stated that the crash was likely caused by a technical malfunction and ruled out any external interference. The plane reportedly crashed into a cliff, as indicated by sources at the crash site who spoke to state news agencies Tass and RIA Novosti.
The An-26 aircraft, a Soviet-designed military transport turboprop, has a history of service in various capacities. This tragic incident serves as a somber reminder of the risks involved in military operations and the importance of safety measures in aviation.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims of this devastating crash. May they find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
