Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:45pm on 29 Dec 2024,Sunday International
A Jeju Air plane crash in Muan, South Korea, claimed 179 lives, leaving only two survivors. The aircraft, returning from Bangkok with 181 onboard, veered off the runway, hit a fence, and burst into flames during landing. Authorities confirmed 177 deaths, with 65 victims identified. Doctors reported the survivors are conscious but unable to recall the incident due to shock. The tragedy prompted South Korea to announce seven days of national mourning. The Boeing 737-800 model involved has a history of crashes, raising safety concerns. Global leaders, including China's Xi Jinping and UAE officials, extended condolences to the victims' families.
