Türkiye's Istanbul runs small ferries on Bosphorus Strait to ease traffic jams

ISTANBUL, July 9 (Xinhua) -- Türkiye's most populous city Istanbul launched on Tuesday small passenger ferry services on the Bosphorus Strait to ease road traffic jams along the shores.

Dubbed "Sea Dolmus," these ferries would serve commuters between Istanbul's Asian and European sides. Each ferry has a capacity of 33 passengers and runs at a speed of 15 knots per hour, capable of making frequent trips.