For every positive step that has been taken over the years. the Greek Cypriots can recount a number of negative setbacks that have all but canceled out these positive initiatives. Despite the passage of 11 years. Greek Cypriots vividly recall the days when the Turkish army invaded Cyprus and displace 170.000 people. They can vividly recall the rape and pillage of a once prosperous and peaceful island. They can vividly recall the numerous casualties. the desecration of churches and cemeteries. the disregard of public outrage. and the creation of a new class of citizens who became refugees in their own land. Mr. Speaker. it Is past time for recalling these tragedies.
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