Helicopters and boats rescue passengers from capsized ferry in northern Cyprus

Passengers of a capsized ship off the coast of Cyprus were seen being rescued by passing vessels and coastguard authorities. Helicopters and boats brought survivors back to shore from the ferry that was carrying around 270 passengers and crew. At least eight people are confirmed to have died and nearly 20 remain missing. Search teams and divers are looking for more survivors in deep waters and it is currently unclear if people remained trapped on the vessel. Nearly 20 people still missing after ferry capsizes ⁠off northern Cyprus