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At least 8 dead and more missing after ferry carrying hundreds capsizes off Cyprus’ northern coast
- On Sunday, the Filo Jet ferry capsized and sank off Girne, Northern Cyprus, en route to Tasucu, Turkey, with rescue teams recovering 237 survivors while 23 passengers remain missing.
- Departing Kyrenia around 12:30 p.m. Sunday, the catamaran began taking on water shortly after leaving port; survivors reported the vessel moving erratically before a blast occurred at the bow.
- At least seven people died, with the vessel now resting at 514 metres on the seabed, while Northern Cyprus Prime Minister Unal Ustel stated all state resources are mobilized for search efforts.
- Northern Cyprus authorities detained the captain and seven crew members for questioning, as Ustel confirmed security forces and health teams are coordinating emergency response operations.
- Authorities mobilized specialized diving teams to reach the vessel at extreme depth, as the ferry served as a vital daily sea shuttle linking Northern Cyprus with Turkey before the sinking.
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After the sinking of a ferry in front of northern Cyprus, the captain and crew have been arrested, which the passengers accuse them of.
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After the sinking of a ferry in front of northern Cyprus, the captain and crew have been arrested, which the passengers accuse them of.
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