US State Department expresses condolences over plane crash in Aktau
Akbar Novruz
Read moreUS State Department spokesman Matthew Miller expressed condolences over the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) passenger plane near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on December 25.
Azernews reports that Miller shared his message on "X," stating:
We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the Azerbaijan Airlines accident in Kazakhstan. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims, and we wish a speedy recovery to those injured. We stand ready to assist authorities in Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan.
— Matthew Miller (@StateDeptSpox) December 26, 2024
The AZAL passenger plane, which was operating a Baku-Grozny flight, crashed near the city of Aktau. Of the 67 people on board, 38 lost their lives, while 29 survived.
In response to the numerous casualties, President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree declaring a national day of mourning.
A State Commission, led by Prime Minister Ali Asadov, has also been established to investigate the causes of the crash, under the direction of the president.
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