Why is only half of Cyprus a EU member state?
Due to the Cyprus dispute, TRNC is recognized only by the EU candidate state Turkey. Due to this dispute, northern Cyprus is de jure part of the EU by virtue of de jure being part of the Republic of Cyprus.
Why is Nicosia divided?
The Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities of Nicosia segregated into the south and north of the city respectively in early 1964, following the fighting of the Cyprus crisis of 1963–64 that broke out in the city.
Does UK own part of Cyprus?
Cyprus gained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1960, after 82 years of British control. The two countries now enjoy warm relations, however the continuing British sovereignty of the Akrotiri and Dhekelia Sovereign Base Areas has continued to divide Cypriots.
What is the Cyprus dispute?
The Cyprus dispute, also known as the Cyprus conflict, Cyprus issue, or Cyprus problem, is an ongoing dispute between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots.
How did Cyprus become a Greek island?
Cyprus experienced an uninterrupted Greek presence on the island dating from the arrival of Mycenaeans around 1100 BC, when the burials began to take the form of long dromos. The Greek population of Cyprus survived through multiple conquerors, including Egyptian and Persian rule.
Is the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus recognised by Turkey?
Only Turkey recognises the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, while there is broad recognition that the ongoing military presence constitutes occupation of territories that belong to the Republic of Cyprus.
What happened in Cyprus in 1974?
The 1974 Cypriot coup d’état, initiated by the Greek military junta, was followed five days later by Turkey’s invasion, leading to the occupation of the northern part of the internationally recognised Republic of Cyprus.