Servicemen killed in helicopter crash granted martyr status

The servicemen, who died as a result of the crash of a military helicopter of the State Border Service on November 30, have been granted a martyr status, Report informs, citing Minister of Labor and Social Protection of Population Sahil Babayev.

The minister recalled that two servicemen were also injured as a result of the helicopter crash: “I wish them a speedy recovery. Those killed in the helicopter crash are martyrs. Their families will be paid all benefits stipulated by the martyr status (benefits, scholarships, compensation, pension). Also, the families of the killed servicemen will be provided with houses and cars."