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President Vladimir Putin was immediately informed about the Tu-134 and Tu-154 tragedies. The head of state instructed the FSB to launch a thorough investigation

August 25, 2004

A state commission to investigate the crashes will be established as soon as possible. Minister of Transport Igor Levitin has already been appointed chairman.

Vladimir Putin constantly receives reports from the Emergencies Ministry, the FSB and other relevant departments.

Heightened security measures have been introduced at all the country’s airports.

August 25, 2004