Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash within the rugged terrain of Iran.
The incident, which took place in the wooded expanse of northern Iran’s East Azerbaijan province, claimed the lives of all nine passengers, including a provincial governor.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a day of mourning and extended heartfelt condolences, highlighting the strong bond between Pakistan and the deceased Iranian leaders.
The crash, occurring amidst challenging weather conditions characterized by fog and rain, likely saw adverse effects from cloud cover, mist, and low temperatures, as noted by aviation expert Paul Beaver.
