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Condemning Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus and encouraging President Trump to make the resolution of the Cyprus problem a top foreign policy priority.
2/3/2025, 4:11 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 17
Bill 119 HRES 17 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that condemns Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus. The resolution also urges President Trump to prioritize resolving the Cyprus problem as a top foreign policy issue.
The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict in Cyprus, which began in 1974 when Turkey invaded the island and occupied the northern part. The resolution emphasizes that Turkey's occupation of Cyprus is a violation of international law and calls for the immediate withdrawal of Turkish troops from the island.
Furthermore, the resolution stresses the importance of finding a peaceful and just solution to the Cyprus problem. It encourages President Trump to work with the international community to facilitate negotiations between the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities in order to achieve a comprehensive settlement. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 17 aims to bring attention to the issue of Cyprus and to urge the US government to take a more active role in resolving the conflict. It emphasizes the need for Turkey to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Cyprus and calls for a peaceful resolution that benefits all parties involved.
The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict in Cyprus, which began in 1974 when Turkey invaded the island and occupied the northern part. The resolution emphasizes that Turkey's occupation of Cyprus is a violation of international law and calls for the immediate withdrawal of Turkish troops from the island.
Furthermore, the resolution stresses the importance of finding a peaceful and just solution to the Cyprus problem. It encourages President Trump to work with the international community to facilitate negotiations between the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities in order to achieve a comprehensive settlement. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 17 aims to bring attention to the issue of Cyprus and to urge the US government to take a more active role in resolving the conflict. It emphasizes the need for Turkey to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Cyprus and calls for a peaceful resolution that benefits all parties involved.
Congressional Summary of HRES 17
This resolution condemns Turkey's continued occupation of Cyprus and calls on Turkey to withdraw all of its troops from the island. It also calls on Turkey to adhere to NATO's democratic principles and mission.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 17
Bill HRES 17 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 7, 2025. Bill HRES 17 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 7, 2025. Bill HRES 17's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 7, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 17
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 17
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International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 17
Condemning Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus and encouraging President Trump to make the resolution of the Cyprus problem a top foreign policy priority.
Condemning Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus and encouraging President Trump to make the resolution of the Cyprus problem a top foreign policy priority.
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