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DHL Cargo Plane Crash in Lithuania Leaves One Dead and Multiple Injured

A DHL cargo plane crash in Vilnius kills one crew member and injures three others, with investigations focusing on possible causes including technical failure or terrorism.

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Updated: Nov 25th, 2024, 10:05 AM ET

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A DHL cargo plane operated by Swiftair crashed near Vilnius, Lithuania, early Monday, resulting in the death of one Spanish crew member and injuries to three. The plane struck a house upon crashing. Local authorities evacuated 12 residents without any fatalities on the ground. While a technical failure is being investigated, officials also mentioned the potential involvement of terrorism, citing broader concerns of Russian intelligence activities in Europe. Rescue and investigation efforts are ongoing, with a German team assisting from abroad.

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