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Non-combat deaths in Russian Armed Forces total 131 since Jan. 1

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Non-combat deaths in Russian Armed Forces total 131 since Jan. 1

13:13 25/05/2009

A total of 131 Russian servicemen have died in non-combat-related incidents since the start of 2009, the Defense Ministry said on Monday.

Gunman killed in S.Russia shootout
12:30 25/05/2009
One gunman was killed in a clash with police on Monday morning in Russia's North Caucasus republic of Ingushetia, a local police spokesman said.
Russia confirms N.Korea nuclear test, voices concern - 2
11:59 25/05/2009
Russia's Defense Ministry confirmed on Monday that North Korea had conducted a nuclear test, and said it would closely monitor the situation.
Russia confirms N. Korea nuclear test, expresses concern
10:14 25/05/2009
Russia's Defense Ministry confirmed on Monday that North Korea had conducted a nuclear test and said it would thoroughly study its data.
Russian destroyer prevents Somali pirate attack on cargo vessel
09:36 25/05/2009
A destroyer from Russia's Pacific Fleet, which was escorting six merchant vessels through the Gulf of Aden, fired warning shots at Somali pirates as they tried to seize a ship, a Navy spokesman said on Monday.
Second swine flu case confirmed in Russia
09:12 25/05/2009
A second person, recently arrived in Russia from the Dominican Republic, has been diagnosed with swine flu, the country's chief doctor said on Monday.

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