
A tragic plane crash at Muan International Airport in southwestern South Korea has claimed the lives of 62 people.
According to foreign reports, the aircraft, operated by Jeju Air, skidded off the runway and collided with a wall during landing.
The flight was returning from Bangkok, Thailand, carrying 175 passengers and six crew members at the time of the accident.
Meanwhile, the White House has accused Russia of responsibility for another recent aviation disaster.
White House spokesperson John Kirby stated that the United States believes Moscow is to blame for the December 25 crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane, which resulted in 38 fatalities.
The Azerbaijan Airlines flight, designated J2-8243, had 67 passengers on board when it went down.
Details surrounding the incident and the alleged Russian involvement remain under investigation.
Both crashes highlight a devastating end to the year in global aviation, raising concerns about air travel safety and geopolitical tensions.