Six Russian servicemen died in a fire in a bunker in the Kursk region, which borders UkraineThis is stated in the message of the Ministry of Defense, which is quoted by Russian news agencies.
The fire broke out near the village of Ulanok, which is less than 10 kilometers from southeastern Ukraine with Russia, the TASS news agency reported this morning, citing emergency services.
Ministry of Defense of Russia stated that the fire occurred as a result of a “gross violation” of safety rules, without specifying the details, according to RIA Novosti.
The Telegram channel Baza, close to law enforcement, reported that there had been an explosion at the shelter. Reuters was unable to immediately confirm the report.
According to emergency services, seven soldiers were in the bunker at the time of the accident. Six were killed and a seventh person was injured.
Source: RES-IPE
Source: Kathimerini
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