The Cypriot people. about 80 percent of Greek and only 18 percent of Turkish descent. led a relatively peaceful coexistence until 1974. Now the two communities struggle to bridge the gap which was created by the invasion. In the occupied area. 200.000 Greek Cypriots were forced from their homes to the Governmentcontrolled part of Cyprus. Their belongings and property were confiscated. Since then. 60.000 Turkish immigrants have taken their places and continue to occupy this area today. The intransigence of the Turkish Government in seeking to negotiate a settlement of this ongoing occupation. should be condemned by all freedomloving people everywhere. Human rights have been consistently violated and we should not forget that until the entire Cyprus question has been resolved.
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