Mystery surrounds rescue

hours attempting to fix their boat’s engine, which had apparently broken down.

At the time of rescue, they were about eight kilometres off the coast of Poland. The Russian region of Kaliningrad and the strategic facilities of the city’s port ­ the largest in the Balticwere also within reach.

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When questioned by Polish authorities, the Spaniards claimed they had been diving for amber. The area in which they were located contains the largest amber reserves in the world, as reported by a news source.

Their claim appeared a little unconvincing though given they were making a dive in icy Baltic water under the cov­ er of darkness, during a huge storm. The Polish police said the divers did not have the necessary permits or insurance, but the men were not arrested.

DIVERS: Found in icy waters.