British soldier killed in Ukraine military training exercise named

A British soldier killed while on duty in Ukraine was identified by the Ministry of Defense as 28-year-old Lance Corporal George Hooley from the Parachute Regiment.

Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to him at Prime Minister’s Questions. He said: “Lance Corporal Hooley was injured in a tragic accident away from the front line while observing Ukrainian forces testing a new defensive capability.

“His life was full of courage and determination. He served our country with honor and distinction around the world in the cause of freedom and democracy, including as part of a small number of British staff in Ukraine.”

The Ministry of Defense said in a statement: “We are saddened to confirm that the member of the United Kingdom Armed Forces who died in Ukraine on Tuesday, December 9, was Corporal George Hooley of the Parachute Regiment.

“He was 28 years old.

“Our thoughts are with Lance Corporal Hooley’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.”

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