Russian military plane crash kills 29 in occupied Crimea

A Russian An-26 military aircraft crashed in the occupied Crimean peninsula, resulting in the deaths of all 29 people on board. Russian authorities have stated that the crash was caused by a technical malfunction, based on preliminary reports. The plane collided with a cliff during a training flight, leading to the fatal incident. This event takes place amid ongoing tensions in the region, where Russia has maintained a substantial military presence since its annexation of Crimea in 2014. Rescue and recovery operations are underway as investigations continue to determine the precise factors behind the crash.