Now. the amendment that is before us seeks to amend what was brought to the floor of the House by the Committee on Appropriations by attaching a condition which makes it very clear that no American military equipment or supplies furnished to Turkey shall be sent to Cyprus. Mr. Chairman. T know of no one who contends that the Turkish action on Cyprus does not constitute aggression. Turkish forces have overrun 40 percent of the land area of the island. representing 75 percent of the islands economy. Thousands of people have been killed or injured. There are 200.000 refugees now on the island of Cyprus. and untold economic destruction has taken place. What legitimate purpose is there for American military equipment and supplies to be sent to Cyprus? There is no such purpose.
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