Maltese soldiers recalled from Greece after clash with civilians

The Armed Forces have recalled to Malta five soldiers who were involved in a clash with Greek civilians yesterday. The Department of Information said the troops were serving on the Greek island of Lesvos on Frontex Joint-Operation "Poseidon". The...

The Armed Forces have recalled to Malta five soldiers who were involved in a clash with Greek civilians yesterday.

The Department of Information said the troops were serving on the Greek island of Lesvos on Frontex Joint-Operation "Poseidon".

The incident happened while the soldiers were off duty.

The DOI said further investigations are continuing.

The Greek police are also investigating.

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