According to a statement from the embassy, “On the night of August 14, a traffic accident occurred on the road from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo, involving a bus carrying 40 Russian tourists.” It added, “According to available information, the bus collided with the barrier and overturned on its side. The accident resulted in the death of a Russian citizen, while about 30 passengers were taken to nearby hospitals, most with minor injuries, and one person’s condition was described as moderately serious.” The embassy’s statement clarified that “its Consular Affairs Department continues to coordinate with Egyptian authorities, the responsible tourism company, and the insurance company to assist Russian citizens.”
