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Russian soldier survives as helicopter gun malfunctions during military exercise.

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A Russian soldier narrowly escaped injury when a helicopter-mounted machine gun malfunctioned during a military exercise.
The incident, captured on video, shows the weapon firing uncontrollably, prompting fellow soldiers to take cover.
The video of the chaotic scene has been widely shared on social media.
Reports suggest that the exercise may have taken place near the Ukrainian front, although this remains unverified.
The soldier's close call has raised concerns over safety protocols in military training exercises.

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A recent video has emerged depicting a chaotic incident during a Russian military training exercise, where a soldier lost control of a mounted machine gun, putting his fellow soldiers in imminent danger. Footage shows the weapon spinning wildly, resulting in soldiers taking cover on the ground to avoid being hit. The event, which took place as part of a military drill, has gained significant attention on social media, raising concerns about safety protocols during such exercises.

Reports indicate that the incident occurred amidst a setting described as either a training environment or a field operation related to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. While the exact circumstances surrounding the exercise are not fully clarified, the soldier's close call has been described by various sources as a moment of "playing with death." Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported, and the quick reactions of the soldiers involved prevented a potential tragedy.

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