Russia shot down Azerbaijan Airlines jet, attempted cover-up, Azerbaijan president charges – POLITICO

Putin claimed the Ukrainian drone attacks were targeting the airliner attempting to land in Grozny, with Russian air defense systems repelling the assaults. Azerbaijani President Aliyev criticized Russia for initially suggesting the plane crash was caused by birds or a gas cylinder explosion, emphasizing the need for transparency and an apology for the accidental incident that left 38 dead near Aktau, Kazakhstan. Aliyev expressed disappointment in Russia’s delayed response and the lack of timely communication following the tragedy, stressing the importance of acknowledging responsibility and informing the public promptly.

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