Tourist Submarine Sinks Near Hurghada, Leaving Six Dead
The Sindbad submarine tragedy in the Red Sea claimed six lives, with 29 rescued, as investigations into the cause continue.
- The Sindbad submarine, carrying 44 passengers and crew, sank one kilometer off Hurghada's coast during a sightseeing tour.
- Six fatalities have been confirmed, including at least four Russian tourists, while 29 individuals were rescued.
- Initial reports suggest a potential collision with a coral reef, but the exact cause remains under investigation.
- Eyewitness accounts describe panic on board as water entered the submarine, with rescue operations involving 21 ambulances.
- This marks the second major maritime accident in the Red Sea in four months, raising concerns about safety in Egypt's tourism sector.