French Soldier Killed In Iraq 'anti-terror' Operation
Sumaira FH Published August 29, 2023 | 03:40 PM
Paris, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 29th Aug, 2023 ) :A member of an elite French commando unit was killed Monday in Iraq while "supporting an Iraqi unit in an anti-terrorist operation", French President Emmanuel Macron's office said Tuesday.
Sergeant Nicolas Mazier, an air force paratrooper, "fell in combat while carrying out his mission", the Elysee Palace said in a statement, expressing Macron's "profound respect" for his "sacrifice".
It said other soldiers from the unit were also wounded.
An Iraqi security source in northeastern Kirkuk said that Iraqi and French troops were ambushed by Islamic State group jihadists late Monday in neighbouring Salah al-Din province.
Recent Stories
Pakistan marks World Press Freedom Day
4 hours ago
High-level Saudi business delegation due on May 5
4 hours ago
Stocks heat up as US labour market cools
4 hours ago
President approves Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024
4 hours ago
Implementation of merit, justice to oppressed segments top priorities: CPO
4 hours ago
Overseas Kashmir community delegation calls on AJK President, discusses latest s ..
4 hours ago
Govt believes in freedom of press: Amir Muqam
4 hours ago
Labour urges UK election after Tory losses
4 hours ago
Health authorities asked for action against alleged illegal tenders at Services ..
4 hours ago
Spain scraps national bullfighting prize sparking debate
4 hours ago
Lahore High Court (LHC) Chief Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmad Khan visits Rawalpindi ..
4 hours ago
ATC extends interim bail of PTI founder in 3 cases
4 hours ago