A British soldier was killed in Ukraine on Tuesday while watching a training exercise, the UK Ministry of Defense has confirmed.
It was the first death of a UK military member in Ukraine since Russia invaded the country in February 2022.
“He was injured in a tragic accident whilst observing Ukrainian forces test a new defensive capability, away from the front lines,” the ministry posted on X. “The family has been notified and our thoughts are with them at this sad and difficult time.”
UK Defense Minister John Healey said he was “devastated” by the death.
“My thoughts are with the family, friends, and colleagues as they grieve for a loved one,” Healey wrote on X. “Our hearts go out to them.”…