Defense Minister: Speculations surrounding fallen soldiers are disgusting and appalling
ArmInfo.The statement by Taguhi Tovmasyan, a member of the National Assembly from the opposition "With Honor" faction, that 30 servicemen had died in non-combat situations in 2025 requires clarification. Defense Minister Suren Papikyan made this statement during a government session on January 21.
According to him, speculation surrounding fallen soldiers is disgusting and appalling. In 2025, six fatalities were recorded in the Armed Forces, one of which was caused by lightning strike, one by electric shock, two suicides, and two health-related complications.
Between January 1 and December 31, 2025, there were a total of 30 fatalities. Out of these, twenty-four deaths were attributed to circumstances unrelated to service, such as illness and accidents.