The recovery operations for the deceased divers in the Maldives are beginning. The Ambassador of Italy has arrived in the Maldives from Colombo

The Ambassador of Italy to Colombo (accredited to the Maldives), following instructions from the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, has arrived in Malé a few hours ago and will meet with the Coast Guard officials present in the capital.
Rescue vessels of the Maldivian Coast Guard have reached the site of the incident in which five Italian divers lost their lives. On board are divers from the Coast Guard and the police, as well as an Italian expert diver who has already cooperated with the authorities.
At present, weather conditions may prevent the commencement of recovery operations; however, an initial dive aimed at exploring the access points of the cave is expected to be carried out, pending an improvement in weather conditions.