Turkish Invasion of Cyprus After Greek-Backed Coup, July 20, 1974
Turkish invasion of Cyprus: Forces from Turkey invade Cyprus after a coup d'état, organised by the dictator of Greece, against president Makarios.
Date: July 20, 1974
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