The death toll during military exercises in Kazakhstan increased to 12
The authorities of Kazakhstan specified data on those killed during naval exercises in the Caspian Sea. 12 soldiers were killed, three managed to save, the press service of the akimat (administration) of the Mangystau region reported.
The authorities of Kazakhstan specified data on those killed during naval exercises in the Caspian Sea. 12 soldiers were killed, three managed to save, the press service of the akimat (administration) of the Mangystau region reported.
The servicemen were carried away into the sea during the performance of a combat training mission “due to a sharp deterioration in meteorological conditions and increased wind,” the statement said. Two more people are still looking for units of the Navy, Ministry of Emergency Situations, aviation and other services.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev declared September 25 a day of national mourning. Details of the incident will be established by a commission headed by Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev. Law enforcement authorities opened criminal cases.
In the Kazakh sector of the Caspian Sea from September 22, the exercises “Defense of the Caspian — 2026” are held. They involve more than 500 soldiers, crews of warships, coastal units, forces and means of the coast guard of the KNB border service.
