A Russian An-26 military transport aircraft has crashed in annexed Crimea, killing all 29 people on board. According to Russia’s defense ministry, communication with the aircraft was lost during a scheduled flight before search teams located the wreckage near a cliff. Officials say the plane was carrying 23 passengers and six crew members. Initial assessments suggest a technical malfunction, with no signs of external attack reported. A commission has been formed to investigate the incident.

A massive fire broke out at the Wanaherang Gunung Putri plastic factory in West Java, Indonesia, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky on Sunday afternoon. The blaze, which erupted around 3:30 PM local time, turned into a grueling battle for firefighters who struggled nearly seven hours to bring it under control. Bogor Regency Fire Service deployed over 50 personnel, supported by volunteers, police, and military units. Ten fire trucks, two rescue units, and ambulances rushed to the scene, confronting challenging conditions and a blaze fueled by highly flammable plastic materials. Several firefighters required medical attention on site, including oxygen support, highlighting the severity of the operation. WATCH