In Afghanistan shot down the Moldovan helicopter
Almaty. November 25. Silkroadnews - In Afghanistan shot down a helicopter belonging to Moldova, who participated in the peacekeeping operations under the auspices of the UN, reported the BBC Russian Service.
The incident occurred in the province of Faryab. The helicopter was apparently shot down by the Taliban.
According to the Moldovan Ministry of Internal Affairs, the helicopter fired at from the ground. After it made a forced landing, gunmen killed three crew members and captured 18 passengers.
Meanwhile, the police of Faryab province claims that in captivity there are 13, not 18 passengers. More details about the incident and the fate of the prisoners is not available.
As noted in the peacekeeping operation in Afghanistan, participate 7 helicopters of private Moldovan companies. They are involved in the transport of goods, refugees and representatives of international organizations.