Leaked Audio Recording Shows Iran Knew A Missile Hit Ukrainian Plane

The transcript discusses the Iranian government's initial denial and subsequent acceptance of responsibility for the Ukrainian airplane crash in Tehran. A recording reveals an Iranian pilot witnessing a missile during the crash, which Ukrainian President Zelinsky claims proves Iran's early knowledge of the missile strike. Iran confirmed the recording's authenticity but criticized its release, stating they will no longer share investigation evidence with Ukraine.

What was Iran's initial response to the Ukrainian airplane crash?

• They claimed it was a technical failure.

• They blamed Ukraine for the crash.

• They initially denied knowing the cause.

• They immediately accepted responsibility.

What did the Iranian pilot report to the air traffic controller?

• He saw another aircraft nearby.

• He noticed engine failure.

• He witnessed a missile light.

• He saw a bird strike the plane.

What did the Ukrainian President claim the audio recording proved?

• That the crash was an accident.

• That the Iranian side knew about the missile strike from the start.

• That the pilot was at fault.

• That the plane had technical issues.

How did Iranian authorities react to the release of the recording?

• They praised the transparency.

• They criticized it as a breach of confidentiality.

• They ignored the release.

• They released more evidence.

What decision did Iran make regarding sharing evidence with Ukraine?

• They invited international experts.

• They decided to share more evidence.

• They stopped sharing evidence.

• They agreed to a joint investigation.