British soldier killed in training exercise accident in northern Iraq

A British Army soldier has died following a training accident in northern Iraq. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the incident, with further details currently withheld at the family's request.
Why it matters
The death of military personnel during training exercises is a significant event for national defense policy and public interest in the UK.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google BBC A British Army soldier was killed in a training exercise in northern Iraq on Sunday, the Ministry of Defence has announced.
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