Overview
- The private yacht left Ashdod and lost communication shortly before its expected arrival off Cyprus.
- Cypriot authorities began searches Tuesday evening and sent a patrol vessel to the last radar contact area.
- Israeli agencies opened an investigation through the Administration of Shipping and Ports as coordination with Cyprus proceeds.
- Reporting differs on how many were aboard, with four or five people listed, and no trace has been found.
- Greek units are reported to be participating as heavy rain, strong winds, and large waves complicate detection and safety.