Ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus, leaving at least eight dead and crew arrested
A high-speed ferry carrying about 270 passengers and crew capsized off the northern coast of Cyprus on Sunday, leaving at least eight people dead. The vessel, Filo Jet, went down near Diana Beach shortly after departing Kyrenia for Tasucu in Turkiye. Passengers were seen scrambling for life jackets as the ferry sank, according to video and survivor accounts.Authorities said the captain and seven crew members have been arrested as inquiries continue into the capsizing. Survivors described the ferry moving violently before it suddenly lifted and slammed back into the water, after which the front left side reportedly burst open and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 08:00 LONDON
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