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Explosions at Cambodian military base blamed on technical issue and extreme heat wave, leaving 20 soldiers dead

Phnom Penh, Cambodia – The Ministry of Defence in Cambodia announced that a technical issue, along with an intense heatwave, has been identified as the cause of a tragic series of explosions at a military base. The incident took place on April 27 at the Third Regional Military Command in Kampong Speu province, resulting in the death of 20 soldiers and leaving several others wounded. The explosions occurred at an ammunition depot in Chamkar Doung …

Accidental Ammunition Explosion Claims Lives of 20 Soldiers in Cambodia Village

Kampong Speu province, Cambodia – Chim Sothy, a resident of Prey Beng village, looked up at the damaged roof of his home after the tragic ammunition explosion that took place on April 28, 2024. The incident, which resulted in the death of 20 soldiers at an army base in southwestern Cambodia, is believed to have been caused by mishandling of ammunition by the troops, according to a senior military official’s statement on Tuesday, April 30. …

Tragic Ceremony: Swift Funeral Held for 20 Cambodian Soldiers Killed in Explosive Incident

Siem Reap, Cambodia – A quick and solemn funeral was held for the 20 Cambodian soldiers who tragically lost their lives in an explosion. The incident, which took place during a military exercise, left the entire nation in mourning. The soldiers were honored for their bravery and sacrifice in service to their country. The explosion occurred during a routine training session at a military base in Siem Reap province. Investigations are ongoing to determine the …

Chain Reaction Explosion at Military Base in Cambodia Leaves 20 Soldiers Dead

Kampong Speu, Cambodia – A devastating blast at a military base in southwestern Cambodia resulted in a massive chain reaction explosion that claimed the lives of 20 soldiers, leaving many families in mourning. Prime Minister Hun Manet reported that the explosion occurred on a Saturday afternoon, causing fatalities and injuries among the military personnel present. The incident led to significant destruction, with images from the scene showing badly damaged buildings, some with their roofs blown …

Tragedy Strikes Cambodian Military Base: 20 Soldiers Killed in Explosion

Kampong Speu, Cambodia – A devastating explosion at a military base in south-western Cambodia claimed the lives of 20 soldiers, leaving others injured and causing damage to nearby homes. Security remained tight around the area as guards worked to keep media personnel at bay on Sunday following the tragic incident in Chbar Mon district of Kompong Speu province. Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed deep shock upon learning of the explosion through a Facebook post on …

catastrophic ammunition explosion claims lives of 20 soldiers in Cambodian base

Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Authorities in Cambodia are investigating a tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of 20 soldiers and injuries to several others following an explosion at a military base in the western part of the country on Saturday afternoon. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed his deep shock upon learning about the explosion at the base located in Kampong Speu province. The cause of the explosion has not been determined yet, leaving …

Tragedy Strikes Cambodia Military Base: 20 Soldiers Killed in Ammunition Explosion

Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia – Tragedy struck a military base in Kampong Speu province, Cambodia, as Prime Minister Hun Manet confirmed the deaths of twenty soldiers and injuries to several others following an ammunition explosion. The Prime Minister expressed profound shock upon learning of the devastating incident, which left a trail of destruction in its wake. The cause of the explosion remains unknown at this time, with Hun Manet refraining from speculating in his message …

Unidentified Explosion Wounds Four IDF Soldiers Near Lebanese Border

Tel Aviv, Israel – Four IDF soldiers sustained injuries from an explosion near the Lebanese border while conducting security operations. The incident has raised concerns about potential threats in the region. The IDF is currently investigating the cause of the explosion, but so far, no active threat or attack by Hezbollah has been confirmed. Possibilities include a landmine or an improvised explosive device as the source of the blast. Among the injured soldiers, one is …

Explosive Device Kills Seven Soldiers on Patrol in Chad’s West Near Lake Chad, Suspected to be linked to Boko Haram Extremists

N’DJAMENA, Chad – Seven soldiers in Chad were killed by an explosive device during a patrol near Lake Chad, the government announced. Interim President Mahamat Deby Itno revealed the deaths on social media, attributing the attack to suspected Boko Haram extremists from Nigeria. This incident has reignited concerns about the escalating violence near the border. Boko Haram’s insurgency, which began over a decade ago, aims to oppose Western education and establish Islamic law in Northeast …

Army Reservist Behind Maine’s Deadliest Mass Shooting Warned Fellow Soldiers of His Intentions, Police Bodycam Reveals

LEWISTON, Maine – An Army reservist responsible for the deadliest mass shooting in Maine’s history expressed concerns over his mental state to New York State Police before he was hospitalized last summer. In police bodycam footage obtained by various media outlets, 40-year-old Robert Card detailed that fellow soldiers were worried because he was capable of doing something harmful. The release of this video followed new details from Maine State Police regarding the gunman’s cellphone, revealing …