Cyprus stil occupied still divided 1974-2017

“ ” “We aspire to achieve a just, comprehensive and viable settlement, based on international law, the relevant UN Security Council Resolutions and the EU’s fundamental values and principles. A settlement that will reunite our country and its people in a modern, functional European state, safeguarding the fundamental freedoms and human rights of all Cypriots, without the presence of foreign troops or rights of guarantees and intervention. To this end, we are adamant that the best guarantee for reunited Cyprus and all its people is the EU; a solution that is fully in line with EU law, values and principles. We are of the strong opinion, that reaching a settlement would not only benefit the people of Cyprus, but would also significantly contribute to the peace and stability of the region, with Cyprus becoming a homeland of peaceful co-existence and prosperous collaboration between all of its citizens, to the benefit of the younger generations, as well as a shining example of the ethnic, cultural, religious and linguistic cooperation.” Nicos Anastasiades President of the Republic of Cyprus