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TRNC death toll rises to 12 as two more bodies recovered
A helicopter rescues a passenger off a ferry that capsized off the coast of TRNC, August 30 2026. / Reuters
The death toll from the FiloJet ferry capsizing off the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus rose to 12 on Friday after rescuers recovered two more bodies. The ferry departed Girne port around midday on Sunday carrying 267 people. Rescuers pulled 239 passengers to safety, initially reporting eight dead and 20 missing, but four additional victims have now been recovered, leaving 16 still unaccounted for. TRNC authorities, including the prime minister, confirmed the updated figures.
- The capsizing occurred shortly after the vessel left Girne port.
- Rescue operations have been conducted round‑the‑clock.
- The two most recently recovered bodies were women.
- How many passengers were on board the FiloJet ferry when it capsized?
- It was carrying 267 people.
- How many passengers were rescued from the incident?
- Rescuers pulled 239 passengers to safety.
- How many individuals remain missing after the latest rescue efforts?
- Sixteen people are still missing.
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