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Grenade accident in Cyprus training camp – One soldier injured

His health condition is considered serious but his life is not in danger

Newsroom February 21 02:03

A Greek soldier serving in Nicosia was injured by a grenade explosion during an exercise at a National Guard camp.

The soldier was taken to hospital and is undergoing surgery.

His health condition is considered serious but his life is not in danger.

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The General Staff of the Army announces that, in the early morning hours of Wednesday, February 21, 2024, soldier M.K., serving with the Hellenic Force Cyprus, was injured during a scheduled training activity.

He was immediately provided with first aid and was taken to a Nicosia Hospital where he is being treated.

The causes and circumstances of the accident are being investigated.

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