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Ferry capsizes off Cyprus – at least seven dead

A passenger ferry has capsized off Cyprus, resulting in at least seven fatalities and 23 people missing.

30 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A passenger ferry with 267 people on board has encountered distress and capsized off the coast of Cyprus. According to reports attributed to the Cypriot president, at least seven passengers have died.

The incident occurred shortly after departing from the port city of Kyrenia. Multiple individuals clung to debris from the sunken vessel, awaiting rescue while the operation was underway.

Reporting from various media outlets indicates that, in addition to the confirmed fatalities, 23 people are currently considered missing. Several maritime emergency services are involved in the search and rescue operation.

The exact circumstances leading to the capsizing of the ship remain unclear. The Cypriot government has launched an investigation to determine the causes of the disaster.

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