Azerbaijan Airlines Flight Crash Kills 38

On Christmas Day, Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8432 crashed in Kazakhstan after reportedly being struck by a Russian missile, resulting in 38 fatalities among the 67 people on board. Survivors recounted hearing loud explosions shortly before the aircraft lost control, with brave pilots Captain Igor Kshnyakin and Co-pilot Aleksandr Kalyaninov managing to divert the plane over the Caspian Sea to Kazakhstan before crash-landing. Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov and his troops have come under scrutiny for their potential involvement, with accusations of recklessness amid ongoing regional tensions. The flight attendant, Hokuma Aliyeva, was praised for her efforts to calm passengers during the crisis, but tragically, all crew members were among the deceased. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for accountability regarding safety in the region, as Kadyrov's administration remains controversial for its aggressive military posture. Investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the plane's destruction and the implications for aviation safety in conflict zones.