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The UN Secretary-General has shared condolences following the deadly AN-24 crash in Russia. The passenger plane went down in the Amur region, killing everyone aboard. Russian authorities are investigating possible technical or human causes for the tragedy. President Putin honored the victims with a moment of silence during a military meeting.

Key Points: UN Chief Guterres Mourns AN-24 Crash Victims in Russia

  • UN extends sympathies to Russia over fatal AN-24 crash
  • Aircraft lost contact before burning wreckage was found
  • Putin observes silence for victims during Navy meeting
  • Investigators probe technical failure or human error as causes
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UN Secretary-General expressed condolences over crash of AN-24 aircraft

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres offers condolences after AN-24 plane crash in Russia's Amur region kills all onboard.

"We express our condolences to the families of the victims of the plane crash – Farhan Haq, UN Deputy Spokesperson"

Moscow, July 24

United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his condolences over the crash of the AN-24 aircraft in the Amur region. This was announced on July 24 at a briefing by the deputy official representative of the head of the world organisation, Farhan Haq.

"We express our condolences to the families of the victims of the plane crash," said Haq, whose speech was broadcast on the UN YouTube channel.

He added that Guterres expressed his condolences to the people and government of Russia.

The AN-24 passenger plane crashed 15 km from Tynda in the Amur region on July 24. The aircraft was en route Khabarovsk -- Blagoveshchensk -- Tynda and stopped communicating. Later, his burning fuselage was found on the ground. All passengers and crew members were killed.

A criminal case has been opened into the incident. The presumed versions of the crash are a technical malfunction and a human factor.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed his condolences to the families and friends of those killed in the shipwreck. At the beginning of the meeting on the development of the submarine forces of the Navy, the Head of State announced a minute of silence in memory of the victims. (ANI/MIC Izvestia)

- ANI

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Rohit P
Very sad incident. Makes me wonder about aviation safety standards in different countries. In India we've improved a lot after past accidents. Hope Russia conducts thorough investigation.
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Arjun K
Why are we still using such old aircraft models like AN-24 in 2023? This is unacceptable. Modern aviation should prioritize passenger safety over cost-cutting. My deepest condolences to the victims' families.
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Sarah B
As someone who frequently travels by air, this news is chilling. The human factor mentioned could mean anything from pilot error to maintenance issues. Hope the investigation brings clarity and prevents future tragedies.
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Vikram M
Om Shanti 🙏 The minute of silence observed by President Putin is a respectful gesture. In our culture too we believe in honoring the departed souls with silence and prayers.
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Kavya N
While condolences are important, I wish world leaders would push harder for stricter aviation regulations globally. Too many lives are lost in preventable accidents every year. #SafetyFirst

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