COUP D'ETAT

The transcript discusses the political crisis in Cyprus, highlighting an attempted coup by the National Guard and the resulting leadership conflict between Archbishop Makarios and Nikos Sampson. The National Guard's role is complicated by ethnic tensions between the Greek majority and Turkish minority. International forces, including Britain, Turkey, Greece, and the United Nations, are involved, but Britain is hesitant to intervene. The situation remains volatile, with the future of Cyprus uncertain.

What event triggered the recent unrest in Cyprus?

• A natural disaster

• Economic sanctions

• A peace treaty

• An attempted coup by the National Guard

Who is currently occupying the Presidential Palace in Cyprus?

• Nikos Sampson

• The United Nations

• The Archbishop

• President Macarius

What is the primary role of the National Guard in Cyprus?

• To oversee elections

• To maintain peace between the Greek and Turkish communities

• To manage tourism

• To enforce economic policies

Which countries are guarantors of Cyprus' independence?

• United States, Russia, and China

• France, Germany, and Italy

• Britain, Turkey, and Greece

• Spain, Portugal, and Belgium

What is Britain's stance on intervening in the Cyprus crisis?

• Eager to intervene

• Reluctant due to past and present obligations

• Neutral and uninvolved

• Actively supporting the National Guard