Jakarta, June 13 -- Indonesia's Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono expressed his deepest condolences following the crash of Air India flight AI171 on Thursday (June 12), which claimed the lives of 241 out of 242 passengers and crew members on board.

"I offer my heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the recent Air India plane crash," Minister Sugiono wrote in a message posted on his official Instagram account @sugiono_56 on Friday.

In his English-language statement, the foreign minister urged the public to pray for the victims and extended his appreciation to the rescue teams for their swift response.

"Let us pray together and remember those who have lost their lives while also appreciating ...