Two Russian soldiers killed in Syria by IS shelling

Two Russian soldiers were killed in Syria's Deir-ez-Zor province by shelling by IS terrorists, the Russian Defense Ministry said.

"Two soldiers were accompanying the convoy of the Russian Center for Reconciliation of the Warring Parties. In the province of Deir-ez-Zor, the convoy was hit by IS shelling. As a result of this attack, one Russian soldier was killed and another was seriously injured," — the Defense Ministry statement said.

The wounded soldier was hospitalized. Russian doctors tried to save his life, but the injuries he received were incompatible with life.

Both deceased soldiers were awarded the National Medal of Honor.

According to Sputnik