According to a Kremlin statement, A Russian Mi-8 helicopter has been shot down by ground fire in Syria following delivery of humanitarian supplies to Aleppo, the Defense Ministry said. Three crew and two officers from Russia’s Reconciliation Center died.
The helicopter was returning to the Russian air base at Khmeimim, the statement added. The ministry has not yet revealed identities of those on board.
The Russian Reconciliation Center in Syria has operated at Khmeimim air base since February. It contributes to peace talks between Syrian government and moderate opposition factions not aligned with IS, Al-Nusra Front or other terrorist groups.
The center also oversees ceasefire agreements between belligerent parties and delivery of humanitarian supplies to various parts of Syria.
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Title : Russian Helicopter On Aleppo Aid Mission In Syria Shot Down By Rebels, All 5 Aboard Dead
Description : According to a Kremlin statement, A Russian Mi-8 helicopter has been shot down by ground fire in Syria following delivery of humanitari...