Maldivian National Defense Force

A Maldivian military diver died during a search mission for four missing Italian divers in an underwater cave system. The Italian divers, including marine researchers and experienced divers, vanished during an unauthorized deep dive. The cause of their deaths remains under investigation.

A Maldivian military diver died while searching for four missing Italian divers in an underwater cave. The Italian divers are believed to have died exploring a cave at a depth of about 50 meters. The cause of their deaths remains under investigation.