Overview
- The Ministry of Defence said the fatal incident occurred on the morning of 9 December.
- The service member was fatally wounded while observing Ukrainian forces test a new defensive system away from the front line.
- The statement did not identify the individual or specify their unit, role, or the precise circumstances.
- Defence Secretary John Healey said he was devastated by the death and offered condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues.
- The UK has previously acknowledged a limited presence of personnel in Ukraine for support to Ukrainian forces and protection of diplomatic staff.