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Sky News
13-05-2025
- Health
- Sky News
Three Belgian soldiers injured in 'shooting incident' during training exercise in Scotland
Three Belgian soldiers have been injured in a "shooting incident" during a training exercise in Scotland. Belgium's defence ministry said two of those hurt are in a stable condition, with one expected to undergo surgery in Scotland before returning to Belgium. The third was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has since been discharged. A number of other soldiers also suffered hearing damage as a result of the incident on Monday. A spokesperson for the defence ministry said: "On 12 May, during Exercise Red Condor currently taking place in Scotland, three Belgian soldiers were injured. "They received first aid on site and were then transferred to a regional hospital. In addition, around a dozen soldiers suffered hearing damage. "Defence authorities have confirmed that the two soldiers who were seriously injured are now in stable condition. "They have already been able to speak with their families. One of them will undergo surgery in Scotland before being repatriated to Belgium. "The third soldier sustained minor injuries and has since returned to the military camp." The incident took place during a planned training exercise. The spokesperson added: "An investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances." Last week, it was reported that around 600 Belgian military personnel were in Moray for exercise Red Condor. In a post on X, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever offered his condolences to the injured soldiers and their families. "I have received the sad news that three soldiers from the Third Parachute Battalion were injured during an exercise in Scotland," he wrote.
Leader Live
13-05-2025
- Health
- Leader Live
Three Belgian soldiers hurt in ‘shooting incident' during exercise in Scotland
The ministry confirmed that two of the soldiers are in a stable condition, with one expected to undergo surgery in Scotland before returning to Belgium. The third was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has been discharged. About 'a dozen' soldiers also suffered hearing damage as a result of the incident. A spokesperson for the defence ministry said: 'On May 12, during Exercise Red Condor currently taking place in Scotland, three Belgian soldiers were injured. La triste nouvelle m'est parvenue que trois militaires du Troisième Bataillon de Parachutistes ont été blessés lors d'un exercice en Écosse. Je souhaite aux blessés un prompt rétablissement. Mes pensées vont à leurs proches. — Bart De Wever (@Bart_DeWever) May 12, 2025 'They received first aid on site and were then transferred to a regional hospital. In addition, around a dozen soldiers suffered hearing damage. 'Defence authorities have confirmed that the two soldiers who were seriously injured are now in stable condition. 'They have already been able to speak with their families. One of them will undergo surgery in Scotland before being repatriated to Belgium. 'The third soldier sustained minor injuries and has since returned to the military camp.' The spokesperson added: 'The families of the injured personnel have been informed. 'The incident took place during a planned training exercise. An investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances.' Last week it was reported that around 600 Belgian military personnel were in Moray for exercise Red Condor. In a post on X, Belgian prime minister Bart De Wever offered his condolences to the injured soldiers and their families. 'I have received the sad news that three soldiers from the Third Parachute Battalion were injured during an exercise in Scotland,' he wrote. 'I wish the injured a speedy recovery. My thoughts are with their loved ones.'
North Wales Chronicle
13-05-2025
- Health
- North Wales Chronicle
Three Belgian soldiers hurt in ‘shooting incident' during exercise in Scotland
The ministry confirmed that two of the soldiers are in a stable condition, with one expected to undergo surgery in Scotland before returning to Belgium. The third was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has been discharged. About 'a dozen' soldiers also suffered hearing damage as a result of the incident. A spokesperson for the defence ministry said: 'On May 12, during Exercise Red Condor currently taking place in Scotland, three Belgian soldiers were injured. La triste nouvelle m'est parvenue que trois militaires du Troisième Bataillon de Parachutistes ont été blessés lors d'un exercice en Écosse. Je souhaite aux blessés un prompt rétablissement. Mes pensées vont à leurs proches. — Bart De Wever (@Bart_DeWever) May 12, 2025 'They received first aid on site and were then transferred to a regional hospital. In addition, around a dozen soldiers suffered hearing damage. 'Defence authorities have confirmed that the two soldiers who were seriously injured are now in stable condition. 'They have already been able to speak with their families. One of them will undergo surgery in Scotland before being repatriated to Belgium. 'The third soldier sustained minor injuries and has since returned to the military camp.' The spokesperson added: 'The families of the injured personnel have been informed. 'The incident took place during a planned training exercise. An investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances.' Last week it was reported that around 600 Belgian military personnel were in Moray for exercise Red Condor. In a post on X, Belgian prime minister Bart De Wever offered his condolences to the injured soldiers and their families. 'I have received the sad news that three soldiers from the Third Parachute Battalion were injured during an exercise in Scotland,' he wrote. 'I wish the injured a speedy recovery. My thoughts are with their loved ones.'
The National
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The National
Three Belgian soldiers hurt in ‘shooting incident' near Scottish town
THREE Belgian soldiers have been injured in a 'shooting incident' during a training exercise in Scotland, Belgium's defence ministry has said. The ministry confirmed that two of the soldiers are in a stable condition, with one expected to undergo surgery in Scotland before returning to Belgium. The third was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has been discharged. READ MORE: Man arrested after alleged arson attack on Keir Starmer's home About 'a dozen' soldiers also suffered hearing damage as a result of the incident. We previously reported on how a convoy of Belgian army vehicles was spotted near the town of Moray. A spokesperson for the defence ministry said: 'On May 12, during Exercise Red Condor currently taking place in Scotland, three Belgian soldiers were injured. 'They received first aid on site and were then transferred to a regional hospital. In addition, around a dozen soldiers suffered hearing damage. 'Defence authorities have confirmed that the two soldiers who were seriously injured are now in stable condition. 'They have already been able to speak with their families. One of them will undergo surgery in Scotland before being repatriated to Belgium. 'The third soldier sustained minor injuries and has since returned to the military camp.' The spokesperson added: 'The families of the injured personnel have been informed. 'The incident took place during a planned training exercise. An investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances.' Last week it was reported that around 600 Belgian military personnel were in Moray for exercise Red Condor. In a post on X, Belgian prime minister Bart De Wever offered his condolences to the injured soldiers and their families. 'I have received the sad news that three soldiers from the Third Parachute Battalion were injured during an exercise in Scotland,' he wrote. 'I wish the injured a speedy recovery. My thoughts are with their loved ones.'
STV News
13-05-2025
- STV News
Three Belgian soldiers in hospital after 'shooting incident' in Scotland
Three Belgian soldiers have been taken to hospital and a dozen others were injured in a 'shooting incident' in Scotland. Emergency services were called to reports of three injured military personnel at RAF Tain, in the Highlands, at around 1.25pm on Monday. Belgium's defence ministry confirmed two men in 'serious condition' were airlifted to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment. A spokesperson said both men have since been stabilised. One soldier is expected to undergo surgery in Scotland before returning to Belgium. A third soldier was taken to Raigmore Hospital in Inverness and released following treatment for minor injuries. About 'a dozen' soldiers also suffered hearing damage as a result of the incident. Police Scotland said enquiries into the incident are 'ongoing'. A spokesperson for the defence ministry said: 'On May 12, during Exercise Red Condor currently taking place in Scotland, three Belgian soldiers were injured. 'They received first aid on site and were then transferred to a regional hospital. In addition, around a dozen soldiers suffered hearing damage. 'Defence authorities have confirmed that the two soldiers who were seriously injured are now in stable condition. 'They have already been able to speak with their families. One of them will undergo surgery in Scotland before being repatriated to Belgium. 'The third soldier sustained minor injuries and has since returned to the military camp.' The spokesperson added: 'The families of the injured personnel have been informed. 'The incident took place during a planned training exercise. An investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances.' Last week it was reported that around 600 Belgian military personnel were in Moray for exercise Red Condor. Het spijtige nieuws bereikte mij dat drie militairen van het Derde Bataljon Parachutisten gewond raakten tijdens een oefening in Schotland. Ik wens de getroffenen een spoedig herstel toe. Mijn medeleven aan hun dierbaren. — Bart De Wever (@Bart_DeWever) May 12, 2025 In a post on X, Belgian prime minister Bart De Wever offered his condolences to the injured soldiers and their families. 'I have received the sad news that three soldiers from the Third Parachute Battalion were injured during an exercise in Scotland,' he wrote. 'I wish the injured a speedy recovery. My thoughts are with their loved ones.' A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 1.25pm on Monday, May 12, we were made aware of a report of military personnel being injured during a training exercise at RAF Tain. 'Emergency services attended and two men were taken by air ambulance to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment. 'A third man was taken to Raigmore Hospital in Inverness and released following treatment for minor injuries. 'Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
