Kazakhstan has increased the standards for contractors in public construction projects.
The investigation into the cause of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau, which occurred on December 25, 2024, is nearing completion. The crash, involving an Embraer 190 aircraft flying from Baku to Grozny, resulted in the tragic loss of 38 lives, while 29 passengers and crew members survived [1].
Key findings so far indicate that the plane was severely damaged by external foreign objects, potentially missile-related, causing hydraulic failure and leading to the emergency landing that ended in disaster [2][3]. The exact nature of the damage and the cause of the objects remain under investigation.
Fragments of these objects have been found in the fuselage and are currently undergoing explosive and criminalistic examination. International experts are involved in this process, and additional expert reports are expected to be completed by the end of 2025 [4].
The Kazakh authorities, acting as a neutral party, are conducting the investigation, aiming to provide a definitive cause and timeline of the damage assessment by the end of the year [2][4][5]. The preliminary report on the investigation was published in February 2025.
The crash has sparked international controversy, with Azerbaijan accusing Russia of involvement, a claim that Russia denies [2][3]. The final report, based on the results of the ongoing examinations, is expected to provide a clear conclusion.
In the meantime, the data provided has helped dispel various speculations that were circulating online. It is important to note that some equipment related to the investigation is currently abroad for examination.
As the investigation continues, the world awaits the final report, which is expected to be ready in a few months. The announcement was made during a press briefing by Kanat Bozumbaev, Deputy Prime Minister. The exact cause of the plane crash remains unknown, but the investigation is working diligently to uncover the truth.
- Amidst the ongoing investigation into the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash, the focus has shifted from general news to war-and-conflicts and politics, as Azerbaijan accuses Russia of involvement, a claim that Russia denies.
- The unfolding investigation, with international experts involved, promises to provide clarity on the exact cause of the plane crash, which could have significant implications for politics and war-and-conflicts-related news.
