The tension between Russia and Azerbaijan has escalated following the tragic crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane in Kazakhstan. As the investigation into the incident continues, speculation has emerged that a Russian missile may have been responsible for the crash.
The Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243 crashed in a field near Aktau, Kazakhstan, resulting in the death of 38 passengers and injuries to 29 others. While initial reports suggested the crash may have been caused by a collision with a bird, videos of the wreckage show the fuselage riddled with small holes, leading some experts to believe that a Russian anti-aircraft system strike could be to blame.
Despite pressure from Azerbaijan for Russia to take responsibility for the crash, the Kremlin has remained silent on the matter. Russian aviation authorities have claimed that the plane experienced “external physical and technical interference” and that the pilots attempted to land in Grozny, Russia, before diverting to Aktau due to dense fog.
While Russian state media has avoided discussing the possibility of a Russian missile strike, pro-Kremlin military bloggers on platforms like Telegram have openly suggested that this may have been the cause of the crash. The growing evidence and speculation surrounding the incident have only added to the tension between the two countries.
As the investigation in Kazakhstan continues, it remains to be seen whether Russia will acknowledge any responsibility for the tragic crash. The families of the victims and the public are eagerly awaiting the final results of the investigation to determine the true cause of the plane crash.
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