North Cyprus Shipwreck: Court Extends Detention of Three Azerbaijanis

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North Cyprus Shipwreck: Court Extends Detention of Three Azerbaijanis

The detention of three Azerbaijani nationals arrested in connection with a shipwreck off the coast of Kyrenia in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus has been extended by seven more days.

The individuals are Rashad Ibrahimov, Gadir Guliyev and Valeh Humbatov. The next court hearing is scheduled for October 23, according to Report.

The shipwreck occurred off the coast of Kyrenia on August 30. A total of 239 people were rescued, while the death toll has reached 26. Search operations are continuing for one passenger who remains missing.

Nine people have been detained in connection with the incident, including three Azerbaijani nationals.

The investigation into the circumstances of the shipwreck is ongoing.

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North Cyprus Shipwreck: Court Extends Detention of Three Azerbaijanis

The detention of three Azerbaijani nationals arrested in connection with a shipwreck off the coast of Kyrenia in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus has been extended by seven more days.