Tag: Ottoman rule

ON THIS DAY: The Chios Massacre (1822)

On this Day March 30, 2026 at 17:12

On this day in 1822, one of the most harrowing episodes of the Greek War of Independence unfolded on the island of Chios. Ottoman...

1 July 1878: When the Ottomans sold Cyprus to Britain

Cyprus July 1, 2025 at 16:10

On 1 July 1878, a new chapter began for Cyprus as the island transitioned from Ottoman to British administration. This followed an agreement signed...

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Cyprus October 2, 2026 at 11:53

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International October 2, 2026 at 11:39

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Demographic decline in Cyprus raises questions about future generations

Cyprus October 2, 2026 at 11:19

Cyprus is marking 66 years since the establishment of...

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Cyprus October 2, 2026 at 10:59

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