Nine soldiers killed in Kazakhstan drill after sudden storm on Caspian coast
At least nine servicemen died during a training exercise on Kazakhstan's Caspian Sea coast after weather turned severe, the defence ministry said.
A military unit conducting combat drills near the Caspian Sea was caught by a sudden change in weather on Thursday. The storm swept at least 19 soldiers into the water, and nine fatalities have been confirmed. The defence ministry confirmed the deaths and noted that rescue operations are ongoing. Details about the identities of the victims have not yet been released.
Why it matters
The deaths highlight safety risks in military training and may prompt reviews of drill protocols.
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