Greece urges Cyprus to accept deal

Greece today urged traditional rival Turkey to endorse a UN plan seeking to end Cyprus’ 28 year division over the next five months.

Tue, 12 Nov, 2002 - 18:15

Greece today urged traditional rival Turkey to endorse a UN plan seeking to end Cyprus’ 28 year division over the next five months.

Ankara has not yet responded to the UN proposals, released last night and aimed at bringing a lasting settlement to Cyprus before its scheduled entry into the European Union in 2004.

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