British soldier killed in training exercise accident in northern Iraq
British Soldier Dies in Northern Iraq Training Exercise
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that a member of the British Army lost their life during a training exercise in northern Iraq on Sunday.
Defence Secretary John Healey disclosed the tragedy in the House of Commons on Monday, stating, "With deep regret I should inform the House that a training accident occurred in northern Iraq yesterday in which a service personnel from the British Army has died."
Healey noted that the soldier’s family has been notified and has requested a period of privacy before any additional information is made public. "I know that's the thoughts of the house will be with the family and with the unit at this desperately sad time," he added.
Source: BBC News Generated at: 2026-06-01 14:47:54 UTC
