I make these comments as the Reagan administration proposes to increase military and economic aid to Turkey from $704 million to $820 million for fiscal year 1983. Although U.S. aid was restored in 1978 on the premise that Turkey would soften its position. Turkey has not shown any willingness whatsoever to change. In effect. American aid subsidizes the Turkish occupation of Cyprus. American aid should be given only on the condition that Turkey will remove its troops from Cyprus and return the refugees to their homes. Today we all join together in our mutual desire to see Justice brought to the island of Cyprus. If we remain united in our support for the rule of law and human rights.
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