Ferry sinks off Kyrenia coast; captain accused of abandoning passengers first
The ferry that sank off Kyrenia on Sunday took on water shortly after departure, with survivors alleging that the crew locked passenger cabin doors as the vessel flooded. Passengers reported that the captain dismissed their concerns before the situation worsened, and he, along with the first mate, abandoned ship early, contrary to maritime tradition. Several survivors pulled others, including a heavily pregnant woman and children, from the sinking ferry.
All eight crew members remain in custody after court appearances. Authorities revealed the captain had a questionable license obtained abroad due to his original Turkish license expiry. It was also noted that the ferry departed despite its destination port being closed due to storm conditions. Survivors and opposition political figures have criticized the captain's decisions and the overall handling of the incident, promising ongoing investigations.
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