A British serviceman, Major Paul Wilks, has been identified as the officer who died in a road traffic incident in Ukraine on September 12. The Ministry of Defence confirmed that the 40-year-old died away from the front lines and that his death was "not the result of hostile action." This means the incident was not caused by direct combat or attack. Major Wilks had served in the Intelligence Corps since 2012 and was promoted to the rank of Major during his career. He was deployed on several operational tours, including in Afghanistan, and was awarded two Operational Service Medals for his service. Earlier this year, he received the Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, which recognizes long and exemplary service in the military. The Ministry of Defence expressed deep sorrow over Major Wilks' death, describing him as a "bright and professional officer" who was admired by his colleagues. They highlighted his leadership skills, his dedication to his role, and his commitment to his family. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting also paid tribute to Major Wilks, calling him a dedicated soldier whose loss would be deeply felt. He noted that Major Wilks was not only skilled but also compassionate and supportive of others, emphasizing the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families. The announcement of Major Wilks' death came shortly after former Prime Minister Boris Johnson narrowly avoided a Russian drone attack. Johnson was traveling on a train across the Ukrainian border when a rocket strike hit the train just minutes behind him. The attack occurred as he returned to Poland from a security conference in Kyiv. Although Johnson was unharmed, the incident highlighted the ongoing risks faced by those near the conflict zone. Reports indicated that an air raid alarm was in effect at the time, and the sky was filled with "swarms of Shaheds," a type of drone used in the conflict. In response to the attack, Johnson posted on X, criticizing the Russian action as an example of the "random and senseless attacks" that Ukrainians endure daily. He called out Russian President Vladimir Putin for targeting a stationary Ukrainian locomotive on the Polish border and noted that the attack had already claimed the lives of 1,700 Ukrainian railway staff. Johnson praised the resilience of Ukrainian Railways workers and their passengers, calling them "heroic" in the face of continued threats.