Six Russians Dead as Tourist Submarine Sinks in Red Sea

 

A tourist submarine, Sindbad, sank off the coast of Hurghada, Egypt, during a trip to the Red Sea, leaving at least six people feared dead. Among the victims were four Russian citizens, as confirmed by the Russian embassy in Cairo.

The submarine was carrying 44 passengers when it went down on Thursday. Rescue teams have saved 29 people so far, while four remain in critical condition and nine others sustained injuries.

The Red Sea Security Directorate reported that the incident occurred near the marina of a well-known hotel. Authorities have deployed 21 ambulances to transport the injured to hospitals.In a new update, the Red Sea area governor says six tourists are dead and 39 others have been rescued.

There are no tourists missing, Amr Hanafy adds in an update on Facebook. The authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, he says.

Hanafy praises the rescue teams involved in the incident, and says they will continue to coordinate with the relevant embassies and parties. A video alongside the post shows him speaking to families and individuals in hospital, wrapped in blankets.

 The vessel is believed to be operated by Sindbad Submarines, and the submarine has been operating tourist trips for several years.