A BRITISH soldier from 2nd Battalion The Mercian Regiment has been killed in southern Afghanistan.
The Ministry of Defence confirmed the news a few minutes ago, but neither the solider's name or home town have been released. However it is understood that he is not from the Worcestershire area.
The soldier was killed in an explosion near Garmsir in Helmand this morning.
Next of kin are understood to have been informed.
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