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Ferry sinks off Cyprus: 8 dead and 23 missing since Sunday

A ferry with 267 passengers sank off the coast of Cyprus, resulting in eight fatalities and 23 missing, while rescue operations are underway.

30 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A ferry has sunk off the coast of Cyprus, resulting in a death toll of eight and 23 missing, according to various reports. The incident occurred on Sunday shortly after the vessel departed from the port of Kyrenia (Girne) in the Turkish area of the island. The ship, carrying 267 people, began taking on water about four miles from shore due to heavy waves generated by bad weather.

Rescue operations are currently underway, utilizing drones and planes. So far, 242 people have been rescued, and authorities are verifying the presence of Italian citizens on board, as confirmed by the Italian Foreign Ministry. Turkish-Cypriot media have reported on the ongoing rescue efforts.

Following the incident, the captain and seven crew members of the vessel have been arrested. The majority of the passengers are reported to be of Turkish nationality, according to Rai News. Authorities continue to work to locate the missing and are updating the casualty figures.

The Turkish ambassador in Nicosia has confirmed that there are fatalities, but details regarding the identities of the victims have not been disclosed. The situation is critical, and investigations are set to begin to clarify the causes of the sinking.

Cypriot authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and coordinate rescue efforts. Reports about the exact circumstances of the incident vary and are currently under verification.

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