Tokayev dismissed Kosanov from the post of defense Minister after the death of the military in the exercises

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has released Dauren Kosanov from the post of defense minister, the press service of the head of state reported. The dismissal follows the deaths of 14 servicemen during exercises in the Caspian Sea.

The tragedy occurred on September 24: during the execution of a combat training mission, 17 people took to the open sea. Only three were saved. Among the dead were 12 conscripts, a sergeant and a senior lieutenant.

The Defense Ministry explained that the death of the sailors occurred due to a sudden and sharp deterioration in the weather. A criminal case has been opened - articles on negligence in service and violation of navigation rules are being investigated. On September 25, nationwide mourning took place in the country. Yesterday, Mr. ordered to create a commission for a comprehensive inspection of the state of affairs in the Ministry of Defense.