Two members of the German Army died after a helicopter crashed into a river near the town of Grimma, according to an official. German politician Thomas Erndl said the two armed forces members "lost their lives during a training exercise" shortly after news broke of the incident on Tuesday.

A massive rescue operation is underway in Pakistan, where two-time Olympic gold medalist Laura Dahlmeier was seriously injured after a rockslide during a harrowing climbing expedition with her partner.

Even the safest journeys can take a sudden, heartbreaking turn.” That is the bitter truth that has shaken Germany following a derailed passenger train near Riedlingen, killing at least three and injuring dozens.