The US and UK embassies have expressed condolences to Azerbaijan on the anniversary of the tragedy involving Azerbaijan Airlines’ (AZAL) passenger flight on the Baku–Grozny route on December 25, 2024.

Axar.az reports that both embassies published their messages on social media.

"Today we remember those who lost their lives on Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 and celebrate the bravery of Captain İqor Kshnyakin, First Officer Aleksandr Aleksandr Kalyaninov, flight attendant Hokuma Aliyeva whose actions prevented the loss of additional innocent lives. On behalf of the United States, we express our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the 38 people who lost their lives, and our heartfelt best wishes to those who survived this tragedy," the US Embassy said.

“Today we remember the victims of Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243. All of us at the British Embassy in Baku stand with all those affected. Our thoughts remain with the families, survivors and communities touched by this tragedy,” the UK Embassy said.

The crash claimed the lives of two flight crew members — the captain and first officer — the senior flight attendant, and 35 passengers.