Historical Events tagged with "turkish cypriots"
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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.
Continue ReadingViolence Erupts in Cyprus During Christmas
A series of violent clashes between Greek and Turkish Cypriots erupted in Cyprus, leading to the displacement of approximately 25,000 to 30,000 Turkish Cypriots. The violence commenced in various locations across the island, significantly targeting over 100 villages. Tensions arose from long-standing communal strife, exacerbated by political disagreements regarding governance and autonomy on the island. The clashes marked a turning point in the intercommunal violence that had been brewing between the two groups since the 1950s, drawing international attention to the escalating conflict.
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