European Commission 'deeply regrets' Cyprus referendum outcome

The rejection of the plan for the reunification of Cyprus, which had to be approved by both the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities, means that only Greek Cypriots will enjoy the benefits of Cyprus’ joining the European Union on May 1.

Secretary General Kofi Annan’s plan faltered when Greek Cypriots overwhelmingly rejected it in a referendum, despite Turkish Cypriots voting heavily in favour.