Giving up our state will put us in minority status

“We mustn’t forget that the Greek Cypriots make up 80% of the island’s total population,” said Denktas. “What we want is a settlement based on idea of two states, both of them permanent and well-established. [UN Secretary-General Kofi] Annan’s plan would not only eliminate our state but also cut the ties of Cyprus’ Turks with Turkey.” Meanwhile, in an attempt to restart the stalled peace talks over the island, Washington is reportedly planning to call on the two parties to hold new meetings in October, little more than eight months from Greek Cyprus’ scheduled May 2004 European Union accession. Sources stated that US Cyprus Special Coordinator Thomas Weston is expected to meet with Denktas and Greek Cypriot administration leader Tassos Papadopulos next month in Washington to prepare for the October meetings.