Russian passenger jet crashes over SinaiA passenger plane belonging to a small Russian airline, which was flying over 220 people from an Egyptian resort, Sharm El-Sheikh to Saint Petersburg, has crashed over Sinai. Rescue operation is underway.
10:21 GMT
A criminal investigation has been launched to determine if any negligence or failures to observe proper procedure happened before takeoff, according to the Emergencies Ministry. The ministry's planes carrying investigators are currently on their way to Egypt.
10:07 GMT
At least five children have been found dead, out of a total of 17 aboard the plane, rescue teams report.
The aircraft split in two.
Other bodies can be seen still strapped to their seats.
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