Why did the Greek Cypriots reject the Annan plan?
The Plan did not deal in full with the issue of demilitarisation of the legally invalid ‘TRNC’, and Greek Cypriots felt they had no reason to believe Turkish promises concerning the withdrawal of troops.
How big is Famagusta?
115-acre
It has a 115-acre free port, which is the most important seaport of Northern Cyprus for travel and commerce.
Why are you not allowed in Famagusta?
Turkish Cypriot rule Just hours before the Greek Cypriot and Turkish armies met in combat on the streets of Famagusta, the entire population fled, fearing a massacre. The Turkish Army seized control and fenced the area. Since then, no entry has been allowed other than Turkish military and United Nations personnel.
Should Cypriots be united with the Greeks?
Cyprus was one of the few historically Hellenic places that remained largely Hellenic after the fall of the Roman Empire (Eastern). All Greeks should be united under one government regardless of origin, be they Pontic, Cretan, Cypriot, Athenian, etc. Unfortunately the Greek state is weak in multiple meanings of the word, so union is undesirable.
What would happen if Cyprus joined Greece?
There is no point for Cyprus to join Greece, we are better as a small independent nation, no economic advantages or military to be gained. If that ever happens, it will only be the southern part of Cyprus that would join Greece. The northern part of Cyprus would then either go to Turkey, or remain independant.
Where did the Cypriots come from?
The first Cypriots came from the Near/Middle East and Asia Minor, more than 12,000 years ago. This is supported by history/archaeology and by genetics studies.
What are the Cypriot genetics?
The Cypriot genetics are very interesting and offer itself to further studies in the search for genes responsible for rare conditions or even for DNA variants that may be responsible for more frequent disorders of the kidneys, the heart or even cancers.