u There has been systematic usurpation, misappropriation and exploitation of properties belonging to Greek Cypriots who were forcibly displaced by the Turkish invasion in 1974. u Turkey and the illegal occupation regime have systematically eradicated the cultural and historical heritage of 11.000 years in the occupied areas. Some examples: l Illegal excavations and smuggling of antiquities are openly taking place all the time with the involvement or, at least, acquiescence of the occupying forces; l Innumerable icons, religious artifacts and archaeological treasures have been stolen and smuggled abroad; l The cemeteries of at least 25 villages have been desecrated and destroyed. The Cyprus Question| A brief Introduction 49
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