Commemorating The 8th Anniversary Of The Crash Of Airlines MH17, Malaysia Urges Criminal Proceedings For The Suspects Involved

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JAKARTA - The Malaysian government urges an independent, open and impartial criminal process for the suspect who caused the crash of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 and killed 298 passengers and crew eight years ago.

The Malaysian Ministry of Transportation statement was issued to mark the eighth anniversary of the downing of Boeing 777 flight MH17 which was hit by a BUK surface-to-air missile while crossing eastern Ukraine on a flight from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 17, 2014.

As reported by Bernama, quoted from Antara, the Malaysian Government expressed its commitment to pursuing truth, justice and accountability for the downing of Malaysia Airlines MH17, and urges all countries and relevant parties to cooperate fully in accordance with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2166 (2014). .

"A careful and thorough judicial process must be carried out to hold the perpetrators accountable and pursue justice for the victims and their next of kin involved in the MH17 tragedy. Establishing the truth of what happened continues to be our top priority," the statement said, Saturday, July 16.

The ministry reiterated its deepest sympathies and condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of the crash of flight MH17.

"While nothing can bring back those who lost their lives, or lessen the grief and suffering suffered by their families and loved ones, it is imperative that we pursue accountability and ensure that such tragic incidents are never repeated," he said.

In solidarity with next of kin, the ministry commemorated the tragic loss of 298 lives on that fateful flight.

"Our prayers remain with those who died, and their families and loved ones," he said.