In Kazakhstan, 19 soldiers carried to the Caspian Sea during exercises

According to preliminary information, 19 servicemen were carried into the Caspian Sea during the exercises of the Naval Forces of Kazakhstan in the Mangystau region. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Defense of the country.

The cause of the incident was the deterioration of meteorological conditions and increased wind. According to the latest reports, the death of nine soldiers was confirmed. Three others were rescued and one was hospitalized.

Rescuers are still searching for the rest of the military.