A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka, killing at least 31 people, most of them children, and injuring over 160 others.
The Chinese-made F-7 BGI jet suffered a mechanical failure shortly after takeoff before plummeting into the school during class hours. The tragedy has sparked nationwide grief, student protests demanding accountability, and questions about the safety of military training flights over densely populated urban areas. Bangladesh has declared a day of mourning, while international leaders and neighboring countries have offered condolences and support.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash and the continued use of aging military aircraft.
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