At least 12 people have been confirmed dead and dozens more injured after a passenger jet crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan. The plane, operated by Bek Air, was carrying 98 passengers and crew members when it went down shortly after takeoff from Almaty airport.
Rescue teams are currently on site, working to recover survivors and provide medical assistance to those injured in the crash. The transport ministry has confirmed that some passengers were able to escape the wreckage on their own, while others had to be rescued by emergency personnel.
The cause of the crash is still unknown, but officials have launched an investigation to determine what went wrong. The Kazakh government has declared a national day of mourning to honor the victims of the tragic accident.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those affected by this devastating event. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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