Historical Events tagged with "abkhazia"
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Georgian Airlines Tu-154 Shooting Incident
A Transair Georgian Airlines Tu-154 was shot down by a missile while approaching Sukhumi, Georgia, during a period of conflict. The aircraft, carrying both passengers and crew, was targeted by ground-to-air fire amid the civil strife prevalent in the area. This incident raised international concerns regarding aviation safety and regional hostilities.
Continue ReadingTu-134 Missile Incident in Black Sea
A Transair Georgian Airlines Tu-134 was shot down by a missile while flying over the Black Sea near Sokhumi, Georgia. The aircraft was en route from Tbilisi, Georgia, to Sochi, Russia, and was mistakenly identified as a military target during the ongoing conflicts in the region. The incident resulted in the loss of all passengers aboard and highlighted the ongoing tensions and violence in the war-torn areas surrounding Abkhazia.
Continue ReadingHelicopter Downing in Tkvarcheli
A military helicopter carrying evacuees from Tkvarcheli was shot down during the War in Abkhazia, resulting in the deaths of at least 52 individuals, including 25 children. This incident significantly escalated Russian military intervention in support of the Abkhaz forces, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and the complexities of the conflict.
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