Türkiye has expressed condolences to Italy following a helicopter crash involving Italian military personnel assigned to the European Union's EUFOR Althea peacekeeping mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

In a statement issued on Friday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said it was deeply saddened by the accident, which occurred during a training flight.

"We extend our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in this tragic accident, as well as to the people of Italy, and wish a speedy recovery to the injured," the ministry said.

The statement also noted that Türkiye contributes to the EUFOR Althea mission, which supports a safe and secure environment in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The mission operates under a United Nations mandate and plays a role in maintaining stability in the Western Balkans.

The Turkish Foreign Ministry did not provide further details about the crash or the number of casualties. (ILKHA)