As Putin emphasized, each of the victims made "an indispensable contribution to the strengthening of the Russian state."

“The fact of possessing such unique technologies is today the most important reliable guarantee of peace on the planet. And no matter what, we will certainly improve this weapon, ”he said.

Earlier, Putin handed the widows of the deceased employees of the Order of Courage, awarded posthumously.

The head of state expressed his condolences, emphasizing that the victims had a special mission - to protect Russia, and they fulfilled their duty with honor to the end.

The accident occurred at a training ground in the Arkhangelsk region on August 8, resulting in the deaths of five Rosatom employees.