Soldier martyred in eastern Turkey

By Cankut Tasdan

ANKARA

A Turkish soldier was martyred and two other soldiers were injured when a hand grenade exploded accidentally in eastern Agri province Saturday, the Turkish military said on Sunday.

In a statement, the Turkish General Staff said the incident took place in Dogubayazit district.

Turkish military conveyed its condolences to the martyred soldier's family and wished speedy recovery to the injured soldiers.