Canadian Soldier Sebastian Halmagean Dies in Latvia

Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, a member of the Canada===Canadian Armed Forces, died on Thursday near Riga, Latvia, during his first overseas deployment as part of the Canadian-led NATO Multinational Brigade Latvia. An investigation into his death is ongoing by the Latvian Military Police with support from the Canadian Forces Military Police. The Canada===Canadian Armed Forces stated there is no indication the incident poses an increased threat to other deployed members. Sebastian Halmagean had served for almost three years and was originally from Hamilton, Ontario. General Jennie Carignan and Lieutenant-General Steve Boivin expressed their condolences. Prime Minister Mark Carney had previously announced the extension of Operation Reassurance, the mission Sebastian Halmagean was part of, until 2029.