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Survivors of Cyprus Ferry Sinking Describe a Harrowing Escape

Survivors of Cyprus Ferry Sinking Describe a Harrowing Escape
NYT World Monday 31 August 2026, 10:36 UTC By Ben Hubbard and Gulsin Harman 1 min read
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A vessel tows rescue rafts during an operation off the coast of northern Cyprus on Sunday after a ferry capsized.

A vessel tows rescue rafts during an operation off the coast of northern Cyprus on Sunday after a ferry capsized. [Image text:] CUZ Raymarin
Cyprus (LOCATION)
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