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Condemning Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus and encouraging President Biden to make the resolution of the Cyprus problem a top foreign policy priority.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 263
Bill 118 HRES 263, also known as the resolution condemning Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus and urging President Biden to prioritize resolving the Cyprus issue in his foreign policy agenda, was introduced in the US Congress. The bill highlights Turkey's ongoing occupation of Cyprus, which began in 1974, and calls for the immediate withdrawal of Turkish troops from the island.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of finding a peaceful and just solution to the Cyprus problem, which has been a longstanding issue in the region. It urges President Biden to work with international partners to address the situation and support efforts to reunify the island under a federal system that respects the rights of all Cypriots.
The bill also reaffirms the United States' commitment to the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Cyprus. It calls on Turkey to respect the rights of the Cypriot people and to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve the conflict. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 263 aims to bring attention to the illegal occupation of Cyprus by Turkey and to encourage the US government to prioritize resolving the Cyprus issue as a top foreign policy priority. It underscores the importance of upholding international law and promoting peace and stability in the region.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of finding a peaceful and just solution to the Cyprus problem, which has been a longstanding issue in the region. It urges President Biden to work with international partners to address the situation and support efforts to reunify the island under a federal system that respects the rights of all Cypriots.
The bill also reaffirms the United States' commitment to the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Cyprus. It calls on Turkey to respect the rights of the Cypriot people and to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve the conflict. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 263 aims to bring attention to the illegal occupation of Cyprus by Turkey and to encourage the US government to prioritize resolving the Cyprus issue as a top foreign policy priority. It underscores the importance of upholding international law and promoting peace and stability in the region.
Congressional Summary of HRES 263
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 263
Bill HRES 263 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 28, 2023. Bill HRES 263 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 28, 2023. Bill HRES 263's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 28, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 263
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 263
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 263
Condemning Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus and encouraging President Biden to make the resolution of the Cyprus problem a top foreign policy priority.
Condemning Turkey for its illegal occupation of Cyprus and encouraging President Biden to make the resolution of the Cyprus problem a top foreign policy priority.
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