Reflections on the Birth of a Nation: The Complex Legacy of Cyprus in 1960
The legacy of Cyprus’s independence in 1960 is marked by mixed sentiments and political challenges, with Greek Cypriots initially desiring Enosis with Greece and Turkish Cypriots having differing goals. Efforts to resolve the Cyprus issue today focus on reinitiating dialogues to address divisions and regional geopolitical interests, with the hope of finding a solution that can bring peace and harmony to the island after decades of division.