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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
South Korean Navy plane crashes with 4 onboard, no word on survivors
A South Korean Navy patrol plane with four people on board crashed on a mountain in Pohang, a city in the south-eastern part of the country, the Yonhap news agency reported on Thursday, citing authorities. The crash happened at 1:50 pm (0450 GMT). Witnesses said smoke was seen rising from the mountain, according to the report. The navy, in a short statement to reporters, said the crash occurred after the aircraft took off for a training exercise, but crashed "due to unidentified reasons." The Navy confirmed that four people were on board, adding that it is investigating further details. Fire workers have already been dispatched to the scene to extinguish the blaze.
Jordan Times
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan Times
Jordan offers condolences to Egypt over military aircraft crash
The Foreign Ministry on Tuesday extends its condolences and expressed solidarity with Egypt following the tragic crash of an Egyptian Air Force aircraft during a training exercise, which resulted in the loss of the entire crew (JT file) AMMAN — The Foreign Ministry on Tuesday extended its condolences and expressed solidarity with Egypt following the tragic crash of an Egyptian Air Force aircraft during a training exercise, which resulted in the loss of the entire crew. In a statement, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Sufian Qudah reiterated Jordan's support for the Egyptian government and people, offering condolences to the victims' families. Separately, the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army (JAF) also mourned the loss of the two Egyptian airmen, who were killed on Monday due to a technical malfunction during the training mission, according to a JAF statement. Page 2
CTV News
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Training exercise simulates a train collision near Clinton
A mock disaster training exercise for Huron County's emergency services involving a car colliding with a train took place near Clinton on May 15, 2025. (Scott Miller/CTV News London)
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.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Belgian paratroopers shot during Scottish training exercise
Three Belgian soldiers have been injured in a 'shooting incident' during a training exercise in Scotland, Belgium's defence ministry has said. The casualties were rushed to hospital after being 'seriously injured' in Monday's gunfire. Two are now stable, although one is expected to undergo surgery before being able to return home. The other soldier has already been discharged after only suffering minor injuries. Around another 12 soldiers suffered hearing damage as a result of the incident which is reported to have taken place during a joint military drill at a training centre near Loch Lomond. It is believed to have involved a misfire during a live ammunition exercise. The defence ministry declined to reveal where in Scotland the incident took place. Last week it was reported that around 600 Belgian armed forces personnel were in Moray for a large-scale operation called Red Condor. A spokesman 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 families of those injured have been informed, they added. 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.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
