The vessel, which was operated by a Hurghada-based company called Sindbad Submarines, had 44 passenger seats, two pilot seats, and a round viewing window for each passenger, according to the company website.
The people rescued were taken to hospitals and are in stable condition, according to the Russian consulate.
The cause of the submarine’s sinking is not yet known.
Back in November, a tourist yacht sank in the Red Sea after warnings of rough waters, Egyptian officials said. At least four people drowned, while 33 were rescued. Some were missing following the sinking. Two American tourists had been onboard.
Tourism is an important sector of Egypt’s economy, but many tourist companies have stopped or limited travel on the Red Sea due to the dangers from conflicts in the region.
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