51st Anniversary of second phase of Cyprus Peace Operation

Today marks the 51st anniversary of the second phase of the Cyprus Peace Operation, launched on August 14, 1974, under the code phrase “Ayşe should go on holiday.”

The operation followed failed talks in Geneva after the first phase on July 20, aiming to secure the safety of the Turkish Cypriot people and establish lasting peace on the island.

A serious of commemorative ceremonies will be held to mark the anniversary of the second phase, which secured lasting peace on the island and guaranteed the safety of the Turkish Cypriot people.

Events will be held in Gazimağusa, Lefke and Serdarlı, towns liberated during the second phase, while memorials are being held in Taşkent, Muratağa-Sandallar and Atlılar, to honour those martyred in the massacres.