The Cyprus Crisis and the Southern Flank of NATO (1960-1975)
Tamer Balci
University of Texas-Pan American
(2012)
Description
This research article analyzes how the Cyprus crisis affected NATO's southern flank during the Cold War period, examining the strategic implications of the conflict for alliance relations, particularly focusing on tensions between NATO members Turkey and Greece and the broader geopolitical impact on Mediterranean security.
Keywords
NATO, Cyprus Crisis, Cold War, Turkey-Greece Relations, Mediterranean Security