UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic Air India Flight AI171 crash that occurred shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. The flight, bound for London Gatwick, had 242 people onboard, including 53 British nationals. In his statement, Starmer offered condolences to the victims' families and assured that the UK government is in close coordination with Indian authorities to support affected families and gather further details.
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