British Soldier Major Paul Wilks Dies in Ukraine Road Accident

Major Paul Wilks, a British soldier described as a gifted leader and one of the most talented intelligence officers of his generation, died in a road accident in Ukraine at the weekend, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.

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UK soldier who died in Ukraine was 'one of most talented intelligence officers of his generation'

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Tributes have been paid to Major Paul Wilks, who was described as a "gifted leader".

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British soldier who died in Ukraine road accident named by MoD

Tributes have been paid to Major Paul Wilks, who was described as a "gifted leader".

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UK soldier who died in Ukraine was 'one of most talented intelligence officers of his generation'

The British armed forces member who died in Ukraine at the weekend has been named as Major Paul Wilks.

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