A passenger jet crashed on Christmas Day while heading from Azerbaijan to the Chechnya region of Russia, killing at least 38 people. The crash was possibly caused by bad weather or a bird strike, leading to the plane going off its scheduled route and crashing near the Kazakh city of Aktau.
Key Points
Passenger jet crash on Christmas Day
At least 38 people killed
Flight diverted off its scheduled route near Kazakh city of Aktau
Possible causes include bad weather or bird strike
Investigations underway by Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Russia
Pros
Quick response from authorities and countries involved to investigate the tragedy
Survivors receiving medical treatment
Cons
Loss of at least 38 lives
Possible reasons for the crash including bad weather or bird strike