Kazakh Defense Minister dismissed after soldier deaths
The Kazakhstani president, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has dismissed Defense Minister Dauren Kosanov from his position following an incident in the Caspian Sea where seventeen soldiers sank during training exercises, resulting in the deaths of 14 of them. The incident was caused by deteriorating weather conditions and strong winds that swept them away. A criminal investigation has been launched, and officials are being prosecuted. Additionally, a committee has been formed to conduct a comprehensive audit of the Ministry of Defense, as efforts continue to analyze the causes of the accident and consider potential corrective measures.
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