AT LEAST FOUR KILLED IN GULF OF SUEZ BARGE ACCIDENT

Egypt’s Health Ministry has confirmed that at least four people have been killed and 22 others injured after a barge overturned in the Gulf of Suez.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the Ministry noted that the injured were rushed to local hospitals, and rescue operations are still ongoing.

A rescue team, led by Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi and Minister of Labour Mohamed Gobran, arrived at the scene earlier to oversee operations.

The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources also confirmed on Tuesday that the offshore barge "Adam Marine 12," owned by the Offshore Shukheir Oil Company, capsized in the Gulf of Suez. The Ministry stated it is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating efforts with relevant authorities and companies in the area.