Key Points in Cyprus's History since Independence.

The article reports on the history of Cyprus from its independence in 1960s through the 2004 Annan Plan discussions as efforts to resolve the Cyprus dispute continues to its 40th year. Topics discussed include Cyprus accession to the European Union, United Nations-sponsored negotiations between the Greek-Cypriot and Turkish-Cypriot communities or the Annan Plan, and the Greek-inspired coup to overthrow Cyprus president Archbishop Makarios. Also mentioned is Turkey's invasion of Cyprus.