Maldives suspends search for 4 Italians in underwater cave after military diver dies
Authorities suspended the vessel’s operating licence as investigators examined why the divers went beyond the Maldives’ 30-meter recreational limit.
- Authorities in the Maldives suspended a search operation for four missing Italian divers after a Maldivian military diver died during efforts to locate them in an underwater cave near Alimathaa Island.
- The missing group had reportedly been exploring the cave system when they disappeared; one Italian diver was confirmed dead earlier, while rescue teams used coast guard vessels and divers in the search effort.
- Officials said the suspension was tied to safety concerns following the military diver’s death, highlighting the risks involved in deep underwater cave exploration and rescue operations.
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