Azerbaijan's president strongly urged Russia to accept responsibility for the tragic Christmas Day plane crash, resulting in the devastating loss of 38 lives.
The aircraft, en route from Baku to Grozny, is believed to have been struck by Russian air defenses during a botched landing attempt.
Despite a formal apology from President Putin, Azerbaijan insists on Russia admitting guilt and providing adequate compensation to victims' families.
This incident highlights the complex relationship between Azerbaijan and Russia, particularly amidst the backdrop of ongoing regional conflicts.