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flag A tourist ferry sank on Laos’ Mekong River on Dec. 23, 2025, killing at least two and leaving several missing.

flag A tourist ferry sank on Laos’ Mekong River on December 23, 2025, killing at least two people, including a Lao mother and her child, with several others missing. flag Survivors described panic and chaos as the vessel tilted, worsened by passengers shifting weight during a rescue attempt. flag British and Lithuanian tourists recounted being pulled to safety by a passing boat, while others swam or clung to debris. flag The incident occurred on a popular tourist route between Huay Xai, Pak Beng, and Luang Prabang, marking the second major ferry disaster on the stretch in under two years. flag Authorities have not yet determined the cause, and survivors are seeking insurance for lost belongings. flag Safety concerns have resurfaced amid growing scrutiny of river transport conditions.

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