British troops in the Troodos Mountains on Cyprus capture rebels; nighttime forest fire claims kills 17 British troops

British troops accelerate their search for Cypriot rebels in the Troodos Mountains, using helicopters to guide their operations. A sudden forest fire complicates their efforts, leading to significant casualties. Despite the challenges, 5,000 troops continue their mission, hoping for a resolution to the conflict.

What was the primary objective of the British troops in the Troodos Mountains?

• To evacuate civilians

• To capture the rebel leader

• To establish a new base

• To negotiate with the rebels

What unexpected event complicated the British military operations in the Troodos region?

• A sudden snowstorm

• A forest fire

• A rebel counterattack

• A landslide

What factor intensified the forest fire in the Troodos region?

• Heavy rainfall

• A 30-mile-an-hour wind

• Lightning strikes

• Rebel sabotage

How many British troops were involved in the operations despite the heavy toll from the fire?

• 1,000

• 3,000

• 7,000

• 5,000

What was the ultimate goal of the British troops' continued operations?

• To expand their territory

• To end the conflict

• To capture more captives

• To train new recruits