Military & Warfare

Turkish Forces Invade Cyprus Following Coup

Turkish military forces invaded Cyprus following a coup d'état orchestrated by Greek Cypriots who sought to oust President Makarios III. The coup, which was supported by the military junta in Greece, led to instability and Greek-Turkish tensions on the island. In response to the coup and demands from the Turkish Cypriot community for intervention, Turkey launched Operation Attila to secure northern Cyprus, claiming it aimed to protect Turkish Cypriots and restore constitutional order.

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