The third element of the resolution urges the United Nations to pursue every appropriate avenue to obtain a prompt solution to the conflict. To fully understand the importance of passing this resolution. let me relate the dimensions of the tragedy. In the 8 years of Turkish occupation of Cyprus. families are still separated from one another and over 200.000 refugees have been forced from their homes and villages. Approximately 40 percent of the island is under Turkish Government control. thereby depriving the native Cypriots of selfdetermination. Not only has this occupation imposed a political hardship on the people of Cyprus. it has imposed a heavy economic. social. and cultural burden as well.
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