14 Russian Navy officials killed in submersible fire

Moscow: At least 14 Russian Navy officials were killed after the submersible they were in caught fire, said Defence Ministry on Tuesday.
The cause of the incident is uncertain, reported Sputnik.
A deep-water research vehicle belonging to the Russian Navy was conducting a bathymetric measurement operation in Russian territorial waters when a fire broke out on board, Russia Today cited the ministry’s statement as saying.
After the incident, the Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.
“I extend my sincerest condolences to the families of the deceased. […] We must do everything possible to provide [them with] help and assistance”, Putin said at a meeting with Sergei Shoigu.
“This is a great loss”, Putin said.