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07/09/2007
British Soldier Killed In Iraq
A British soldier has been killed while serving in Iraq, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced.
The soldier, from the Parachute Regiment, is reported to have died on Wednesday 5 September.
The MoD said he sustained fatal injuries while conducting routine operations in support of ongoing Coalition activity.
The individual's next of kin have been informed and further details will be released after a 24 hour grace period, in accordance with the family's wishes.
(CD/SP)
The soldier, from the Parachute Regiment, is reported to have died on Wednesday 5 September.
The MoD said he sustained fatal injuries while conducting routine operations in support of ongoing Coalition activity.
The individual's next of kin have been informed and further details will be released after a 24 hour grace period, in accordance with the family's wishes.
(CD/SP)
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