Tourist Boat Sinks Near Hurghada, Egypt, Leaving Six Dead

The semi-submersible vessel 'Sindbad' capsized in the Red Sea, with 29 rescued and four hospitalized as investigations continue.

The 'Sindbad,' a semi-submersible tourist boat used for underwater sightseeing, sank near a hotel marina in Hurghada, Egypt, on March 27, 2025.
Six fatalities have been confirmed, while 29 individuals were rescued, and four remain hospitalized with injuries.
Approximately 40 tourists were on board the vessel, with passengers reportedly of various nationalities, though their identities have not yet been disclosed.
Egyptian authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the sinking, but no conclusions have been announced so far.
This incident follows a similar maritime tragedy in November 2024, raising ongoing concerns about safety standards in Egypt's tourism sector.