ARA boat carrying nearly 270 people capsized off the northern coast of Cyprus on Sunday after departing from the port of Kyrenia (Girne) bound for the Turkish port of Tasucu in the Mersin province. The vessel, operated by the company Filo Denizcilik, began taking on water during the journey and eventually overturned several kilometers from shore. Emergency operations involving coast guard vessels, helicopters, emergency personnel, and ambulances were launched to rescue those aboard. Initial reports indicated around 270 people were on board, later revised to 267, 259 passengers and eight crew members. Local authorities confirmed that 159 individuals had been rescued, while efforts continued to locate and assist the remaining passengers. Images showed people in the water using life jackets as multiple boats assisted in evacuation efforts.
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