Rescue Efforts Continue After Maritime Tragedy 
At least 15 people have died after a boat carrying tourists capsized off Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island, prompting a major search and rescue operation.
Emergency responders, including the coast guard and local authorities, were deployed to the scene to search for survivors and assist those rescued from the water.
Authorities said the vessel overturned while carrying tourists near the popular resort island. The cause of the accident has not yet been confirmed, and investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Officials are working to identify the victims and notify their families.
Rescue teams have continued combing the surrounding waters amid concerns that additional passengers may still be missing.
Medical personnel have been treating survivors, while local authorities coordinate emergency response efforts.
The tragedy has renewed attention on maritime safety in Vietnam, particularly in areas that attract large numbers of domestic and international tourists.
Authorities are expected to review safety procedures and determine whether any regulatory violations contributed to the accident.