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Last Updated: Saturday, 24 April, 2004, 11:58 GMT 12:58 UK
In pictures: Cyprus votes
A ballot paper is cast in the referendum on the future of Cyprus
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The Cyprus referendums are the focus of international attention; the result crucial not only for the island, but for the wider European Union.
Voting in a polling station in the village of Deftera
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After years of negotiations, it is up to the two communites to decide which course to take.
Greek Cypriot President Tassos Papadopoulos votes in the village of Deftera
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Greek Cypriot President Tassos Papadopoulos has urged a 'no' vote, arguing the plan is unfair to his community.
Veteran Turkish Cypriot leader Rauf Denktash speaks to the media after casting his vote
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Veteran Turkish Cypriot leader Rauf Denktash is also opposed - he believes the referendum has been forced on Cyprus.
A Turkish settler casts her ballot in Risokarpaso
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But Turkish Cypriots seem set to back the unification plan, hoping to end their international isolation.
Turkish Cypriot Prime Minister Mehmet Ali Talat makes the V for victory sign after voting
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Turkish Cypriot Prime Minister Mehmet Ali Talat is certainly hoping that the 'yes' vote will be victorious
A Greek Cypriot family outside a polling station in the Likavitos area of Nicosia
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The plan is backed by the EU, US and the UN but the outcome will show if Greek voters see their future differently.




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