SEOUL, December 06 (AJP) - Twelve Vietnamese soldiers died when a pile of explosives detonated during a military training exercise in Xuan Loc district of Dong Nai province, the Vietnam News Agency reported.
The incident occurred on Monday when soldiers were transporting explosives at a shooting range and paused for a break during heavy rain. Vietnam's defense ministry said initial investigations suggest lightning struck the electrical detonator of the explosives, causing the blast.
"This tragedy represents an immeasurable loss to the unit, families, and comrades," the defense ministry said in a statement. Military officials are working with local authorities to support victims' families while continuing to search for remaining remains.
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