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Russia says Azerbaijan Airlines flight which crashed diverted amid fog and Ukrainian drone alert

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Posted on December 27, 2024

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia's aviation watchdog said on Friday that an Azerbaijan Airlines plane which crashed in Kazakhstan on Wednesday had decided to reroute from its original destination in Chechnya

Azerbaijan Airlines Crash Amid Fog and Drone Alert in Kazakhstan

Rosaviatsia, the wathdog, said that the captain of the plane had been offered other airports at which to land, but had chosen Kazakhstan's Aktau. It said that it would provide comprehensive support to Kazakh and Azerbaijani investigations looking into the crash.

Russia has said it's important to wait for an investigation to finish its work to understand what happened. Four Azerbaijani sources told Reuters on Thursday the plane had been struck by Russian air defences.

(Reporting by Reuters; Writing by Felix Light; Editing by Andrew Osborn)

Key Takeaways

Azerbaijan Airlines flight crashed in Kazakhstan.
Dense fog and Ukrainian drone alert influenced flight path.
Captain chose to land in Aktau, Kazakhstan.
Russian air defences may have struck the plane.
Investigations by Kazakh and Azerbaijani authorities are ongoing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The article discusses the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane in Kazakhstan amid fog and a Ukrainian drone alert.

Why did the plane reroute?

The plane rerouted due to dense fog and a local alert over Ukrainian drones, choosing to land in Aktau, Kazakhstan.

What are the investigation focuses?

Investigations are focused on understanding the crash causes, including potential involvement of Russian air defences.

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