The downing of an Azerbaijan Airlines flight recalls past tragedies, emphasizing the long history of civilian airplanes becoming victims of military conflict and miscalculation.
White House spokesman John Kirby suggested that early indications point to Russian air defense systems being responsible for the tragic crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines flight.
The Korean Airlines Flight 007 incident in 1983 reveals how serious the consequences of miscommunication and military misunderstandings can be, as 269 lives were lost.
The Soviet Union's initial refusal to acknowledge the downing of Korean Airlines Flight 007 delayed diplomatic resolutions and highlights the complex accountability in military engagements.
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