Top Re: ...Akinci ahead at the polls.

https://www.cyprus-forum.com/cyprus47134-10.html#p889179

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...can he wear two hats, he ridicules Anastasiades for doing so? And what is a Cypriot, a Cypriot of Turkish origins, when they are divided as well?

One thing is clear, it is the people, the silent majority if you will, who continue to support representation for Cypriots (re)united through their votes. These people, which constitute a People, are neither "Greek", or for "Turkishness", they are what has survived the subjugation of such imperialism over millennia. And they continue to represent themselves as a loving and inclusive people despite the unnatural dysfunctions imposed on them by "others", now.

...if Akinci can demonstrate his ''Cypriotness'', he will have the winning support of his electorate (again), especially if all the candidates that run against him are "Turkish". More importantly, if in doing so he gains the support of Greek speaking Cypriots, he will have the confidence he needs to drive reform favourably, from an allophone's perspective (read: not Greek), in Cyprus.

The allusion of Statehood is false; as it is Cypriots, and the Republic exists. The so called "TRNC" is a regime that is more of a civilian arm of the Turkish Army, than the representative of Cypriots Turcophone in origin, a distinct society, a Cypriot Nation within a Cypriot State. All of that can be made clear by Akinci, if he dares, (with or without Anastasiades by his side,) it is as simple as marching under his Flag, which is and should be the Flag of Cyprus.

Cyprus does not need a ''new'' Cyprus, it needs Constitutional reform. I see no reason why the Greek Constituency cannot fill their seats in the Communal Chamber, or that the Turkish Constituency cannot fill their seats in the Legislature, but fear. Indeed it is intentions that count, and it is an Agenda being held for decades by "Greeks" and "Turks", which must be wrested from them.

Turks open to peace on Cyprus

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/oct/27/letters-to-the-editor-turks-open-to-peace-on-cypru/

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...indeed, whether Turkish or Greek, Cypriots have the same desire for unity, as Individuals defending the Universal Principals all Humans have come to understand as Freedom, to "be" Cypriot. Witness the recent poll in the occupied territories which demonstrates their flexibility toward having a Guarantor, other than Turkey.



...indeed, "Greeks" and "Turks" in Cyprus are also quite similar, given their intolerance toward each other, and toward Cypriots, who in affect they have been denying from them this existence, for decades.



...indeed, Turkey cannot afford a Cyprus divided for "Turkishness" and those not "Turkish", it seems, because as it is, it is Turkey that is being torn apart, by it, and for the same reasons, now. Perhaps a "new" Turkey should include Turkish Constituencies in its Constitutional reform, a BBF, as it has been suggested in Cyprus, with its own Cypriot Constituencies, and a Central Government. Persons, like Greek Cypriots and Turks, Turkish Cypriots, Kurds and the Alevi, all represent Liberty, (where as 'majorities', having at another level of government self-representation  they demonstrate goodwill toward the 'minorities' that live among them), when they can agree that despite their identities as Nations they can respect and trust each other within a State that represents them all, and each one of them, as equals, in every way, without any further distinction, or discrimination.

The Far Right Is Winning the Global Battle for Hearts and Minds

https://www.truthdig.com/articles/the-far-right-is-winning-the-global-battle-for-hearts-and-minds/

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Interesting article; enjoyed how so many different levels of social-exchange were introduced into the argument.

...Cyprus comes to mind; where the Problem seems at an impasse, where the "Right" (read: "Greek") confronts the "Right" (read: Turkish"). "Being" Cypriot is very difficult therefore, because as an Identity, it is dismissed as non existent, or met with open hostility by those who see themselves as, not "Turkish", or not "Greek", if you will.

...indeed it is a complex issue, let's call it imperialistic tribalism; Lest we Forget: especially where it is now imperative that real enemies like disease and famine are defeated, (we should not be fighting each other), failing which no one will survive.

Re: The war against Syria (2)

https://www.cyprus-forum.com/cyprus37134-3190.html#p888534

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...I must say, this has caused quite a controversy among "Turks", not just in Cyprus, but in Turkey.

Indeed, Akinci (n.b. not Eroglu) won his Presidency with a clear majority, and this electorate still exists, (silent).

Essentially if such a comment, a wish for Peace and reason, (a reaction to the criticisms he received for remaining silent,) causes such a stir in Turkey, and in the occupied territories in Cyprus, it proves my point, he holds a massive amount of power in his grasp, if, at one point he speaks, not for "Turkishness", but against it, not for "Turkish Cypriots", but for who elected him as a Cypriot, Cypriots who are Turkish.

...it is not hard to say, (all) Cypriots condemn this operation for its violence; this is true.

It is not hard to see that Turkey, at least Erdogan's Turkey, demonstrates no tolerance for diversity among Turks, or of the Turkish People (witness the Kurds at present, witness the Alevi and their relation with the State, witness the state of other constituencies in Turkey like the Greeks and Armenians).

Those not "Turkish", are, the adversary in effect/affect.

Eni will not drill off Cyprus if warships in the area

https://cyprus-mail.com/2019/10/10/eni-will-not-drill-off-cyprus-if-warships-in-the-area/

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...while ENI may be struggling with this venture, it is not hard to understand the company's position. They are in the business of oil, generally speaking, (to their shareholders,) for profit.

Turkey, at least Erdogan's Turkey, is not.

It is the Treaty of Lausanne, let's not forget, that he has "tossed out a window"; it is not the oil and gas, but total supremacy of this sea, and the Aegean he seeks. Being the region's largest country, "with the longest coastline", seems to justify in his mind its "equity". "International Law" as he defines it, what is "legal", returns to a time before this Treaty, never mind UNCLOS which he does not recognise, or respect. Witness in Syria, what he is doing: an invasion, an intention to change the demographics of a "safe zone" unilaterally. It will not surprise me when this too is linked to the Problem, as has been oil and gaz exploration, to satisfy Erdogan's expansionistic goals.

...in any case, Turkey has demonstrated that it will act militarily for its ambitions, and in affect he (Erdogan) has challenged the rest of us not "Turkish" to challenge him. Indeed, Mr. Trump has given him the "green light" to move ahead and solve these problems, (in a very 'man-to-man' kind of way,) and, this is his expectation when on November 13 they meet at the White House.

One has to wonder, in the grander scheme of things, if it is not better to negotiate as equals, if as adversaries each is equally interested in a solution. The East Med. Gas Forum, comes to mind. Its success with the Tripartite Agreements that led to its foundation can easily be extended to include: Turkey, Cyprus, Syria, and Turkey, Cyprus, Greece; it seems a natural progression, if the intention is a natural hegemony of the region, in competition (and cooperation,) with other regions internationally, also organised accordingly.

......goodwill on Turkey's part would be demonstrated, if ENI drills according to schedule; time will tell.

Re: The war against Syria

https://www.cyprus-forum.com/cyprus37134-3120.html#p888266

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...sadly Turkish warplanes are bombing north east Syria at this very moment. It appears that the ''no-fly zone''' is only something that America is considering.

Erdogan attacks at his Iraqi border too, to secure the escape route, and supply of its adversaries (whoever they are).

...the risk is that Erdogan will reach out to Russia for help, toward 'policing' Syria; not just the "corridor", but the land in Syria it adjoins. In such a situation, American values, and interests will be excluded, provided that their alliance can maintain the appearance of protecting Syrians universally.

...as ridiculous as it seems, i am still convinced that this conflict, like those in the Aegean, will be linked to the Cyprus Problem. Let's not forget, Erdogan rejects the Treaty of Lausanne. In affect, all of Turkey's Foreign Policy revolves around a ''new'' Turkey, beyond this Treaty.

He seems to be steadfast in this regard, ready to fight, for "Turkishness", he is just as ready to negotiate for Turkey. This is hopeful, if as it is one can have confidence in Humanity, if there is unity among "them", those not "Turkish", toward their Principal(s).

...as such, a Cypriot identity is not anathema to Turkey, and Erdogan's designs. It must have a value though, an equal to the identity of the Turkish State, the Problem ended with the "perfect" solution, (one that can be emulated), is and has always been the goal.

Donald Trump Has Announced a U.S. Withdrawal From Northeastern Syria

https://carnegie-mec.org/diwan/80018?utm_source=rssemail&utm_medium=email&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiTjJGa01ESTFNbU0zTWpGbCIsInQiOiJrUVY4ZHhpYmM1ODdZRWxHblwvdHh6Y0V2MXdUOVY0d1crdzU1a3M3czhnTWo5dnVENUd1Y3NrYXhcL21pT3BCbG90VTl5MkFNU0RqZzJ3eFZ1WHQrcEE4d2NWOWswYlFcL3JZKzZ0N0dRd29MUEJEVFRwamF0NHNOZ3BXcFlLQUVCKyJ9


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...in effect Trump has placed himself in the very middle of Syrian affairs with his tweet, giving Turkey's Erdogan the 'green light' to go it alone, in Syria.

This is personal, a phone call and an agreement, as Men.

While Trump's act is shocking, it is meant to be; he has Turkey cornered. Thousands of lives are in the balance (if not millions), one hopes in the grander scheme of things Erdogan will deliver Peace, to the Eastern Mediterranean, (and the Aegean), all his neighbours, with which at present there is only his disruptions of the balance of power as they are. And if not, America, with its power, alone, can defeat him.

This will weigh on him, Erdogan, at present has an invitation to the White House, but the truth is, he must deliver to Trump his tribute, by making him look good, and by doing 'good'  not just as a Leader, but a Statesman.

...it is the Treaty of Lausanne, that has been "tossed out a window" let's not forget.

Re: Cyprus Independence Day

https://www.cyprus-forum.com/cyprus47091.html#p887790

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...indeed, among us on this Forum, and in Cyprus, we can witness the difference between "Greeks" and Greeks, "Turks" and Turks. Those who see the rest of the world as "others", and those that see a world as one. Indeed, Greeks and Turks are the same, just as "Greeks" and "Turks".

This is the Problem. While it is true that the Agenda for Peace revolves around the adversarial positions of "Greek" and "Turkish" identities, it, as a debate remains at an impasse because, in affect Cypriots remain unrepresented as Cypriots, as Cypriots, having their voice; as though a Cypriot's existence is not relevant, as though Cypriots will exist as a result of "their" resolutions.

...but i am hopeful. Despite the unnatural division, despite the plunder in the territories illegally occupied, despite the decades, as is said, not much has changed. Cypriots exist despite the subjugation, despite the hate, they remain a loving People.

...really nice photo, worth a thousand words.

thanks, Cap.