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Far From the Lemon Groves

Published March 28, 2026, 07:21
Far From the Lemon Groves

The article is a dedication to refugees and their families, focusing on the loss of homeland and the effort to rebuild a life elsewhere. It describes displacement not only as physical relocation but as a break with the past and a loss of identity. Through the story of a farming couple from Kyrenia, it highlights the importance of work, perseverance, and dignity in facing difficulties. Despite losing their lemon groves and land, they managed to create a new life, maintaining their dignity and work ethic. The article emphasizes that the displaced were not passive but contributed to the development of the new places of settlement, while maintaining hope for return.