Kabul, Afghanistan – Two people tragically lost their lives when a plane crashed in a mountainous region of eastern Afghanistan. Only four survivors were found among the wreckage, with details of their condition not immediately available.
The aircraft, reportedly an Afghan Air Force plane, crashed in the Ghazni province, Taliban fighters control much of the province, and it wasn’t immediately clear which side of the conflict control the crash site, or if the area was being used for military operations. However, officials have confirmed that the crash was not caused by enemy fire. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
This incident emphasizes the dangers faced by both military and civilian air travel in Afghanistan, where the rugged terrain and ongoing conflict pose constant threats to aviation safety. The country has a chequered aviation safety record, and its aging fleet of aircraft has been a cause for concern in recent years. The lack of modern navigation and communication equipment on many of these planes, combined with the challenging terrain, creates a high level of risk for pilots and passengers.
The identities of those on board the aircraft have not been released, and it is not yet clear where the plane was traveling to or from. Local authorities and military officials are working to gather more detailed information and provide support to the families of the victims. Meanwhile, the search and rescue efforts continue in the hope of finding any other possible survivors.