Floda wrote:The Cypriot wrote:Floda wrote:the solution to the problems in Cyprus would probably be easier to achieve if hatred was the basis for discussion
This can only lead to partition. You want Cyprus permanently partitioned?
Then you would be an enemy of Cyprus. And a dishonourable one at that. And you would have my hatred and the hatred of any honourable Cypriot.
I fear you have misinterpreted the intent of what I have suggested and am convinced you have when you assume that I would wish Cyprus to be permanently partitioned.
In which case I would take back my hatred in full.
Floda wrote:Let me therefore put a case to you.
If two opposing forces discussed there differences upon the basis of their 'Hatred' for each other, any observer would be quite free to question what the reasons for such 'Hatred' were and form their own opinions accordingly.
In the case of Cyprus and Turkey, I am quite sure that the reasons for the 'Hatred' of one side is immensely more visible and justified than those harboured by the other.
It's not hatred towards Turkey or its people. Just its regime. The military, the deep state, because of the damage they've done to Cyprus and continue to do. Hatred of injustice and the perpetrators of injustice is justifiable, healthy even if progress is to be made. Hatred of a whole country isn't. And just perpetuates the problem.
Floda wrote:Since such exposure is likely (indeed certain) to call into question the REAL reasons for occupation, the TRUTH of the situation will ultimately be revealed, world opinion must prevail to a greater degree and Cyprus will be aware that the REAL issues are more to do with political and military chicanery than the protection and preservation of the population.
I agree. But I'd be very surprised if the RoC government wasn't doing exactly what you suggest. It's certainly what most lobby activities here in the UK focus on now, made all the more powerful when Cypriots speak with a collective, inclusive voice on behalf of the human rights of all Cypriots. I believe this is one of the reasons why the British government now talks about a solution BY Cypriots FOR Cypriots.
