While the Cypriot government makes talk of total demilitarization of the island, the Turkish occupation forces steadily maintain and add to their military defenses and weapon systems.

The role of the UN (and UNFICYP) has been to deny the construction of such defenses, and to excuse such construction as "public works". A most recent example was with the construction of new military installations on the Roka area, near Pyli Lefkosia (Pulh Leukwsias).

Mr. Arotis, who is a member of the Cypriot government, declared that a grievance and complaint will be expressed and filed with the UN. After 21 years of inaction on the part of the UN and international "community", one would figure that the above action is a waste of time and effort...

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