Tragedy in Crimea: Military Plane Crash Claims 29 Lives
A Russian military transport plane, the An-26, crashed in Crimea, resulting in the deaths of six crew members and 23 passengers. The plane was on a routine flight when contact was lost. The crash is attributed to a technical malfunction, with no signs of external interference.
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A tragic incident occurred in annexed Crimea when a Russian military plane crashed, claiming 29 lives, including six crew members and 23 passengers. The An-26 turboprop was on a routine mission over the region when disaster struck.
The crash happened on Tuesday around 6 pm, as communication with the plane ceased. Subsequently, the aircraft plunged into a cliff, according to information gathered at the scene by state news agencies Tass and RIA Novosti.
The Russian Defence Ministry suggests a technical malfunction caused the accident, stating there was no evidence of 'damaging interference' with the aircraft. This tragic event highlights the ongoing challenges faced by military aviation.
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