European Parliament Recognizes Cypriot Women and Girls as 1974 Invasion Victims
The European Parliament has overwhelmingly adopted a resolution recognizing Cypriot women and girls as victims of crimes committed during the 1974 Turkish invasion. This historic decision, based on testimonies of sexual violence and war crimes gathered by the FEMM Committee, condemns the invasion and occupation while acknowledging sexual violence as a weapon of war. The resolution calls for the full acknowledgment and restoration of victims’ rights, compensation, increased support for survivors, and for Turkey to assume responsibility under international law, marking a significant step toward justice and remembrance on the European agenda.
John Q. Hosedrinker