The underwater excursion turned into a tragedy

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The "Sindbad" cruise batyscaphe, carrying 45 tourists, sank off the coast of Hurghada. According to the Consulate General of the Russian Federation, all passengers are Russians. The deaths of six people have been confirmed, and the fate of several remains unknown.

The underwater excursion turned into a tragedy
The ship set sail on the morning of March 27 and was heading for an excursion to the coral reefs. However, an accident occurred a kilometer from the shore, the reasons for which are still unknown. 29 people were rescued, Egyptian media reports nine injured.

This is not the first such case. In November 2024, the Sea Story vessel was wrecked in the Red Sea, killing 11 people. The details of the Hurghada tragedy are being investigated.

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