Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Russia asks Afghanistan for help with Soviet MIAs

KABUL — Russia is appealing to the Afghan authorities and the public to provide information on over 200 Soviet troops — including 30-40 who may still be alive — listed as missing since Soviet forces ended their occupation of Afghanistan in 1989.
Russian ambassador Andrey Avetisyan said Monday the two countries are preparing an agreement that would regulate efforts to recover the servicemen. He noted that it was difficult to access some locations where the soldiers' graves are believed to be located due security concerns stemming from the current war.


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