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British Couple Among Seven Missing After Red Sea Boat Sinks

The sinking of the Sea Story off Egypt's coast has left families desperate for updates as search efforts continue.

  • The tourist boat Sea Story capsized near Marsa Alam, Egypt, on Monday morning after reportedly being struck by a large wave during stormy weather.
  • Of the 44 people aboard, 33 have been rescued, four bodies have been recovered, and seven individuals, including British couple Jenny Cawson and Tariq Sinada, remain missing.
  • Survivors described harrowing experiences, with some trapped in air pockets for over 30 hours before being rescued by Egyptian naval forces.
  • The Egyptian Meteorological Authority had issued warnings about high waves and advised against maritime activity prior to the incident, raising questions about why the trip proceeded.
  • Families of the missing have expressed frustration over limited information from authorities, while concerns grow about the safety of Red Sea tourism operations.
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