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Rescue operation at sea Ferry with more than 260 passengers in distress off Cyprus 7 dead
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Rescue operation at sea Ferry with more than 260 passengers in distress off Cyprus 7 dead

A ferry carrying more than 260 passengers capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus, resulting in at least seven deaths and leaving 23 people missing. The vessel was traveling from the port city of Kyrenia in northern Cyprus to the southern Turkish port of Mersin when it sank shortly after departing. According to reports, water entered the ship quickly, prompting an emergency call. Rescue efforts were underway, with the Cypriot president stating that 237 passengers had been rescued. The incident occurred during stormy weather, and footage showed survivors wearing life jackets waiting to be rescued. Turkish Coast Guard authorities confirmed they were assisting in the rescue operation.

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Rescue operation at sea Ferry with more than 260 passengers in distress off Cyprus 7 dead

A ferry carrying more than 260 passengers capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus, resulting in at least seven deaths and leaving 23 people missing. The vessel was traveling from the port city of Kyrenia in northern Cyprus to the southern Turkish port of Mersin when it sank shortly after departing. According to reports, water entered the ship quickly, prompting an emergency call. Rescue efforts were underway, with the Cypriot president stating that 237 passengers had been rescued. The incident occurred during stormy weather, and footage showed survivors wearing life jackets waiting to be rescued. Turkish Coast Guard authorities confirmed they were assisting in the rescue operation.

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