An army aircraft crashed into a residential neighbourhood in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing 14 people, including civilians and senior military officials, according to local reports.
The crash, which involved a military plane, struck homes in the densely populated area, causing significant loss of life. Authorities confirmed that the death toll reached 14, though the number of injured has not been disclosed.
Among the fatalities were senior officers of the Congolese armed forces, highlighting the impact of the accident on the country's military leadership. Civilian casualties were also reported, underscoring the tragedy’s broader community impact.
The Democratic Republic of Congo, a vast central African nation, has a history of challenges in aviation safety, particularly with military and charter flights operating in remote and congested regions.
Officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, while emergency services worked to secure the scene and assist affected families.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>