Ferry carrying nearly 270 people capsizes off northern Cyprus, killing at least 7
Updated on: August 30, 2026 / 11:23 AM EDT / AP
TL;DR
- At least seven people died when a ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off northern Cyprus.
- 237 people have been rescued, and a search is underway for 24 missing individuals.
- The ferry encountered adverse weather conditions and began taking on water 15 minutes after departure.
- The ferry was traveling from Kyrenia, northern Cyprus, to Tasucu, Turkey.
- The Turkish government is coordinating with Northern Cyprus in the search and rescue effort.