The 25‑year‑old Thai football coach trapped in the cave with the 12 boys has apologised to all of the parents of the 11 to 16‑year‑olds.

As for the 12 boys trapped deep inside the cave in northern Thailand, they have asked for fried chicken, not too much homework and, heartbreakingly "to go straight home" in a series of letters to their parents released yesterday.

As the team enters their 14th day trapped in the cave complex, and rescuers grapple with a range of options to free them as heavy rain approaches, the letters offer a glimpse of what they are going through.

The 12 boys trapped in a cave in Thailand may have no choice but to make the dangerous dive that's already claimed the life of a former navy seal.

But if the forecast rains arrive, a rescue attempt is likely ‑ despite the risks. Another update on the situation is expected later today.

[Source:Stuff.co.nz]