Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 07-12-28
CONTENTS
[01] FM - BHUTTO
[02] CHRISTOFIAS DIVISION
[01] FM - BHUTTO
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus strongly
condemns the heinous assassination of Benazir Bhutto, former Prime
Minister and a prominent and courageous political leader of Pakistan.
A statement issued by the Ministry, describes Bhutto`s assassination as
a reprehensible act of terrorism, aims at destabilizing Pakistan and
its ongoing democratic process.
``The government and the people of Cyprus at this critical moment for
the people of Pakistan would like to extend their deepest sympathy and
sincere condolences to Bhutto`s family as well to the families of the
other tragic victims of the terrorist attack``, is added.
The scale of the recent terrorist attacks in Pakistan is a cause of
concern for the entire international community. Cyprus reiterates its
commitment to the world fight against the menace of terrorism in all
its forms and manifestations.
``In the aftermath of Benazir Bhutto`s assassination, the government of
Cyprus calls for calm and restraint in Pakistan and for the
continuation of the democratic process in the country. A stable,
democratic and prosperous Pakistan is vital for the enhancement of
peace and stability in South Asia and worldwide``, the statement
concludes.
[02] CHRISTOFIAS DIVISION
Cyprus House of Representatives President Demetris Christofias has said
``the division is a disaster for the country and with it we will not
only lose forever half of our motherland but we will mortgage the
future of the other half.``
Addressing a students` gathering, Christofias pointed out that in this
difficult time of the Cyprus issue, when efforts were being made for
upgrading the illegal occupation regime ``we must insist on a solution
based on a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation, the only feasible solution
which can reunite our homeland and people.``
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