At least seven dead and 23 missing after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus

A ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew has capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus, resulting in at least seven deaths and leaving 23 people unaccounted for, according to local authorities. Rescue efforts have pulled 237 survivors from the water, but ongoing searches continue for those still missing. The territory’s prime minister confirmed the latest figures through state media, emphasizing the urgency of locating the remaining individuals. Authorities are working to provide further updates as the situation develops.

Authorities say 237 people rescued and search under way for those who remain unaccounted forNorthern Cyprus ferry disaster – latest updatesAt least seven people have died and 23 people are missing after a ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off the coast of Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus, local authorities said.The territory’s prime minister, Ünal Üstel, told the state-run TRT news channel on Sunday that 237 people had been rescued. A search was under way for those who remained unaccounted for. Continue reading...