CAIRO, Dec 25 (MENA) – President Abdel Fattah El Sisi has conveyed his deepest condolences to Azeri President Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan following the tragic crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane.

In his message, President Sisi expressed heartfelt sympathy, praying for God’s mercy on the victims and comfort for their families.

He also wished the injured a swift and full recovery, reaffirming Egypt’s solidarity with Azerbaijan during this painful time.

An Embraer 190 passenger plane, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), crashed near the city of Aktau. The causes of the crash are under investigation, according to the Azerbaijani Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The plane was carrying 62 passengers and 5 crew members. Of these, 32 survivors have been transported to hospitals in Aktau. (MENA)

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