Two contract soldiers were injured in a mine explosion in Armenia.

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Two soldiers were injured in a mine explosion in Vardenis: one had his fingers torn off and his leg injured, while the other had his foot amputated.

As reported by the "Caucasian Knot," human rights activists stated in October 2024 that the proportion of non-combat casualties among Armenian troops has risen to 90%. They called on the state to pay more attention to preventing crimes and suicides in the army. In February 2020, human rights activists noted that a criminal environment and a climate of impunity have become entrenched in the Armenian armed forces, contributing to hazing.

Two contract servicemen were injured in a mine explosion in Vardenis. According to the Armenian Ministry of Defense, the soldiers were injured "under circumstances unrelated to their official duties," News.am reported on November 28.

According to the publication, one of the soldiers suffered amputated fingers and a leg injury. The other had his foot amputated. There was a third soldier with them at the time of the explosion, but he was far away and escaped with minor injuries.