MNDF has stated that despite searching a vast area by sea and air, two foreigners missing from the landing craft that capsized near K. Gaafaru have still not been found.

The landing craft "Hawks Voyager," which departed from Thilafushi, took on water and sank near Gaafaru on Friday morning.

According to MNDF, a total of ten people were aboard the vessel at the time of the incident, comprising two Maldivians and eight foreigners.

Those rescued in the incident were taken to Gaafaru on the same day, and despite suffering minor injuries, MNDF stated their condition is good.

MNDF stated today that the Air Corps has searched an area of 3,580 square kilometers by air during this operation, while MNDF Coast Guard Ship Imaduddin and Fast Interceptor Craft searched an area of 441 square nautical miles. Additionally, MNDF Coast Guard divers have searched 675,120 square meters underwater.

"The two missing foreigners have not yet been found based on efforts conducted so far," MNDF said.

MNDF has requested anyone with information regarding these two individuals to contact the Coast Guard's toll-free number 191, or phone numbers 3395981 and 3398898, or send a fax to 3391665.