CNN: Body of 'Russian Rambo,' who called in airstrike on own position, flown home
(CNN)Alexander Prokhorenko was battling to free the ancient Syrian city of Palmyra. But he found himself surrounded by Islamic militants. He feared that he would be captured, tortured, killed and his body mutilated.
He preferred to die with dignity.
So he called in an airstrike on his own position.
That was his contribution to liberating Palmyra from ISIS terrorists -- and to Russian glory. It was also his end. He was 25 years old.
His death was announced March 24.
And so the legend begins.
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WNU Editor: The Russian government/military wanted a hero to showcase their their involvement in Syria .... they now have one.
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