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Tragedy on Volga: 2 Drown as Boat Capsizes in Russia

Swift rescue efforts saved two passengers. Now, families mourn as investigators work to prevent another tragedy.

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Tragedy on Volga: 2 Drown as Boat Capsizes in Russia

A tragic incident occurred on the Volga River in Nizhny Novgorod Region, Russia, on November 3, 2025. A boat carrying three passengers capsized, resulting in the drowning of two men and a rescue operation. The boat, under the command of 52-year-old Alexander Kozlov, encountered difficulties near the city of Bor. Despite the efforts of rescue teams, Kozlov and another passenger, a 45-year-old man, could not be saved. The bodies of both men were recovered and brought to shore. Two other passengers, however, were rescued. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the incident to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The incident has left two families mourning the loss of their loved ones. Rescue teams worked swiftly to save as many lives as possible. The investigation into the cause of the capsizing is ongoing.

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