[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 116 (Wednesday, July 23, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1208]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING 40 YEARS SINCE THE INVASION OF CYPRUS

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                       HON. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 23, 2014

  Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise to mark the 
40th anniversary of Turkey's invasion of Cyprus and to call for a 
reunited and independent Cyprus. The Turkish invasion in 1974 affected 
hundreds of thousands of Greek Cypriots and its impact continues to be 
felt today as Cyprus is still one of the most highly militarized areas 
in the world. Furthermore Greek Cypriots are still being denied human 
rights. They have been denied their right to return to their homes, 
their properties have been sold or confiscated, and their right to 
religious freedom has been restricted.
   The United States has strongly encouraged continuing formal 
negotiations between the leaders of the Greek Cypriot and Turkish 
communities. It is important that we continue to support Cyprus as it 
is an ally and strategic partner in combatting terrorism. Cyprus has 
also helped in the promotion of security and stability in the eastern 
Mediterranean. On the 40th anniversary of the invasion of Cyprus, the 
United States is reminded that we should strive to end this injustice 
and continue to support the long overdue reunification and independence 
of Cyprus.

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