Five Italian tourists have tragically died while scuba diving in the Maldives, specifically in Vaavu Atoll. They were exploring underwater caves at a depth of approximately 165 feet when they vanished. The Italian foreign ministry confirmed the incident, noting that the group was aboard the Duke of York liveaboard diving vessel. They entered the water in the morning but were reported missing by crew members after not resurfacing by midday. Reports indicate that weather conditions were poor at the time of the dive. The Italian Embassy in Sri Lanka is coordinating with the victims' families to provide consular assistance, and an investigation has been initiated by Maldivian authorities. One victim is believed to be a researcher from Genoa.