WorldAuthorities: 237 people rescued from sunken vessel off northern Cyprus
Northern Cyprus Prime Minister Unal Ustel said 237 people were rescued from a catamaran that sank off the coast, while seven died and 23 remain missing. All those rescued are in satisfactory condition. The vessel, carrying 267 passengers including foreign citizens, took on water and capsized after encountering a storm soon after departure.
Authorities: 237 people rescued from sunken vessel off northern Cyprus