On July 8, 2014, Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 was shot down over eastern Ukraine while en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur. The plane was struck by a surface-to-air missile, likely fired by pro-Russian separatists, killing all 298 people on board. The tragedy occurred during the conflict between Ukrainian forces and Russian-backed separatists in the region. The downing of the aircraft sparked international outrage, with many calling for justice and accountability. The incident heightened tensions between Russia and the West, leading to sanctions and a lasting investigation into the attack.