Cyprus gained independence from British colonial rule on August 16, 1960, following a protracted struggle characterized by armed resistance and diplomatic negotiations. The Zurich and London Agreements, signed by the UK, Greece, and Turkey, established the Republic of Cyprus as a bi-communal state, recognizing both Greek and Turkish Cypriots. The new constitution aimed to balance power between the two communities, but underlying tensions persisted, leading to future conflicts.
Before the Duke Reaches Othello, News Arrives in Venice that the Turks are going to attack Cyprus. Othello is Summoned to advise the Senators.
The motto of Cyprus Police is 'Ανθρώπινη και Υπερήφανη'.
The Duke and his senators face the impending doom that the Turks are planning to nvade Cyprus, which is a colony of Venice.
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Turkish invasion of Cyprus happened on -19-08-07.
Othello was sent to Cyprus by the Venetian Senate. He was appointed as the governor of Cyprus to defend the island against a potential Turkish invasion. His deployment was influenced by the need for a capable military leader, particularly given the geopolitical tensions of the time. The decision reflects the trust the Senate placed in Othello's abilities as a military commander.
That airport is in the occupied area in Cyprus after the Turkish invasion in Cyprus. Is not safe airport. all mistakes happens there
Venice Venice He is sent from Venice to Cyprus to protect the city from the Turkish invasion.
The former capital of Cyprus is Nicosia, which remains the capital today. However, following the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974, the island was divided into the Republic of Cyprus in the south and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus in the north, leading to the city being split. Nicosia is unique as it is the last divided capital in Europe.
The national carrier of Northern Cyprus was Cyprus Turkish Airlines Limited, a Turkish Cypriot airline. Cyprus Turkish Airlines served Northern Cyprus as the main airline up to its demise in June 2010.
Cyprus had a majority Greek population in almost all of its cities prior to the 1974 Turkish Invasion that resulted in the forced partition of the island.
Cypriot wine is commonly available in the UK. This is wine from the Republic of Cyprus. Produce from Turkish North Cyprus is subject to import restriction because of Turkey's dispute with both Greece and the Republic of Cyprus following the Turkish military intervention in the1970's.
Cyprus is predominantly Greek orthodox Christian (82%).Since the Turkish invasion of northern Cyprus in 1974 about 18% (Mainly North) is illegally occupied by muslims, as a result of ethnic cleansing.
Cyprus is in the Mediterranean Sea. South east of Greece, South of Turkey. Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots live separately after the Turkish invasion in 1974. Turkish Cypriots live in the North while Greek Cypriots live in the South. The Greek Cypriots joined EU as the Republic of Cyprus in 2004. The North is not recognized as a country by any country besides Turkey.
Cyprus is a country that is divided into two parts: the Republic of Cyprus in the south and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus in the north. The division occurred in 1974 after a military intervention by Turkey.
The Turkish ships heading towards Cyprus were destroyed by the Greek air force during the 1974 conflict triggered by a coup in Cyprus that aimed to unite the island with Greece. The military intervention led by Turkey was met with significant resistance, and airstrikes targeted the naval vessels, resulting in their destruction. This event was part of a broader military engagement that ultimately led to the division of Cyprus.