2 army helicopters collide in Afghanistan: 9 dead

Nine Afghani soldiers were killed after two army helicopters collided in midair in Helmand province in southern Afghanistan Tuesday night, the country’s Defense Ministry announced on Wednesday.
14.10.2020 11:15:28 / English News

“Two ANA Mil Mi-17 helicopters crashed due to technical issues while they were taking off in Nawa district of Helmand province, around 01:15 AM last night. Unfortunately, 9 individuals aboard were martyred in the crash,” the Ministry said.

Ministry of Defense is investigating the incident, according to the statement. (ILKHA)