Diving tragedy in the Maldives: Italian diver Gianluca Benedetti is linked to the five Italians who died in Vaavu Atoll; ongoing cave search amid rough seas. Background: Italian scuba diver.
Five Italian divers have died while exploring underwater caves at Vaavu Atoll, Maldives, at depths around 50 meters. One body has been recovered, four others remain missing as weather and difficult conditions hinder recovery efforts. Italy is coordinating consular support as investigations continue.