The United Nations must press harder to persuade Turkey that it is In their own best interests to withdraw from Cyprus. The issues at stake are important not only to Cypriots but to all our friends and allies in the region as well as the United States. I fully support the continuation of U.S. aid to Cyprus. The modest amount of refugee assistance authorized by the Congress represents an important symbol of a continued commitment by this country to the people of Cyprus. I urge strong bipartisan support in calling for a just and lasting peace in Cyprus and encourage the President to make this objective one of his highest priorities..