Unal Ustel is the current governor of Northern Cyprus, a key public official overseeing governance on the island’s Turkish sector.
A catamaran-style ferry carrying about 267 people has capsized off Diana beach near Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus. Rescue operations are under way after the vessel began taking on water shortly after departure, with 237 rescued and seven confirmed dead. Authorities say search for around 23 missing individuals continues as weather conditions hinder operations.
A ferry carrying 267 people has capsized and sunk off Northern Cyprus, near Kyrenia. Survivors report an explosion at the bow and a chaotic rescue as crewsdetermine causes amid storms. The captain and seven crew have been detained; search and recovery efforts are ongoing.
Rescuers search for 18 missing after a ferry carrying 267 passengers and crew capsizes off northern Cyprus. Survivors describe panicked scenes, failed evacuations, and a ship taking on water after loud noises from below decks.