Russian Investigators: Ukrainian Missile Hit Crashed Military Plane

The Russian Investigative Committee releases details on the ongoing investigation into the fatal crash of the IL-76 military transport plane in Russia, claiming it was targeted by a missile from Ukrainian territory. The incident resulted in the tragic death of 74 individuals, including 65 Ukrainian captive soldiers. The committee asserts that armed formations in Ukraine are under scrutiny to identify those responsible for the alleged terrorist act. Preliminary findings, based on on-site investigations, support the conclusion that the aircraft was struck by an anti-aircraft missile from Ukrainian territory. Images from the investigation into the crash have also been released