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Why might the Ottoman not have gained control of the island of crete and Cyprus?
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What might the ottomans not have gained control of the island of Crete and Cyprus?
because they were too small to be ruled and belonged to themselves
What territory did Aphrodite's control?
She didn't actually control any territory, but the island of Cyprus was sacred to her, as was the island of Cythera.
When did Cyprus become independent?
Cyprus gained independence from Turkey in 1878, when the island was transferred fromthe Ottoman Empire to the British one by treaty. However, it continued to be an occupied colony until achieving independence from Britain in 1960.
What island did the Roman empire control?
Sicilly also Malta and Cyprus.
What is the name of the most eastern island in the Mediterranean Sea?
Cyprus in the easternmost island
Is Cyprus a peninsula island city or colony?
Cyprus is an ISLAND.
What was Cyprus importance in the sixteenth century?
Cyprus had strategic importance as a possible base against Turkey. From ancient times it had been an important source of copper, so much so that the name of the island is the same word as "copper"
Which country has been involved in a long conflict with Greece over the island of Cyprus?
The answer you are looking for is TURKEY, but the question improperly poses its premise. Greece is not in a conflict with Turkey over Cyprus. Turkey is in a conflict with the Greek Cypriots (the population of Cyprus which is ethnically Greek) over control of the island.
Why does a united nations peacekeeping force patrol the island of Cyprus?
The United Nations have a long standing commitment on Cyprus. Several decades ago, Turkey and Greece fought for control of the island. The UN stepped in to stop the fighting.
Which ocean is Cyprus in?
The island Cyprus is in the Mediterranean Sea. Cyprus is in the Mediterranean sea
Can you take a van to Cyprus?
Not likely. Cyprus is an island.
What island nation is west of Syria?
Cyprus
