A tourist submarine sank in the Red Sea near Hurghada, Egypt, on Thursday, leaving six dead and nine injured.
The Sindbad, a vessel offering glimpses of the region’s renowned coral reefs, went down close to the port, a popular hub for Mediterranean travelers seeking underwater adventures.
The BBC reports that 29 of the 44 passengers were rescued, though four remain in critical condition. This incident echoes last November’s sinking of the Sea Story in the same waters, which claimed 11 lives amid claims of safety failures—despite official reports citing a massive 4-metre wave. UK investigators have flagged 16 “liveaboard” vessel incidents in the Red Sea over the past five years, several fatal.
The Sea Story yacht, which sank in the Red Sea in November
Hurghada’s turquoise waters, a short journey from Greece’s shores, have long drawn holidaymakers. Now, as rescue efforts conclude, the focus shifts to what went wrong aboard the Sindbad, casting a shadow over this beloved escape.