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Diver dies in Thailand cave rescue attempt

PO Saman Gunan lost consciousness during the return part of the dive

A former Thai navy diver has died while taking part in efforts to rescue 12 boys and their football coach trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand.

Petty Officer Saman Gunan lost consciousness on his way out of the Tham Luang cave complex, where he had been delivering air tanks.

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