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Ukraine explains cause of plane crash in Iran that killed 176

The Boeing 737 is believed to have been struck by technical problems shortly after take off from Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran, killing everyone on board.

Ukraine's embassy in Iran, citing preliminary information, said the plane had suffered engine failure before it burst into flames.

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