Algerian television this evening : mentions one engine on fire (numerous witnesses but we know that means ),eventual bird strike , possible stall due hard turn , explained by an "heroic "pilot who wanted to avoid the nearby town, etc..but all speculation .
Type of statements made : pilot extremely experienced, problem right after take off, so it cannot be pilot error (sic)
One thing as fact : it was stated that it was a military plane, so the investigation will be only done by the military , and communication also only coming from the military.
No comment.