A Colombian military cargo plane crashed Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, near the borders of Peru and Ecuador. Officials stated the plane carried 114 passengers and 11 crew members. Defense Minister Pedro Sánchez confirmed the accident and mentioned that at least 48 people were rescued and injured.
The cause of the crash is yet to be determined. President Gustavo Petro emphasized the need to modernize military equipment and held officials accountable for any shortcomings. The incident is deeply affecting the nation.