The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus has rejected and condemned claims contained in a statement issued by Turkey’s Foreign Ministry regarding the resolution adopted by the European Parliament on 8 July.
In a statement, the Cypriot Foreign Ministry said the European Parliament had once again unequivocally condemned Turkey’s military invasion and the continuing illegal occupation of part of the territory of the Republic of Cyprus as a serious violation of international law and an obstacle to peace, stability and European Union–Turkey relations.
Based on the European Union’s fundamental values and principles, the Parliament also condemned the serious human rights violations resulting from the Turkish invasion, with specific reference to sexual violence against women and girls during and after the 1974 invasion.
“Turkey is reminded that it continues to bear responsibility under international law for these violations and is called upon to acknowledge these appalling acts, assume its responsibilities and provide full and effective reparations,” the Ministry said.
“Fifty-two years after the Turkish invasion and continuing military occupation, Turkey remains accountable to the international community, as well as to the victims and survivors, whose suffering and resilience deserve remembrance, justice and respect,” the statement concluded.
Source: CNA
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