Overview
- The Royal Beau Rivage and the Opera collided at about 7 p.m. Sunday roughly 30 km from Luxor, according to reports.
- The victim, 47-year-old Italian tourist Denise Ruggeri, died at Esna hospital after suffering a severe lung injury.
- The Egyptian River Transport Authority attributed the crash to a sharp maneuver and a violation of navigation rules.
- Prosecutors have opened a formal inquiry as authorities continue notifications and gather witness accounts.
- Local reports say several passengers were thrown overboard and at least four cabins were destroyed, while Italy's ambassador said other Italians on board are believed to be safe.