ABSTRACT
The history of Epirus reflects the very complex political history and geography of the region. In 1945, the National Front was recognised by the Allies, but on 10 November 1945, the Greek government protested, demanding the union of north Epirus with Greece. In July 1946, the US Senate passed the Pepper Resolution, favouring the ceding of north Epirus to Greece. However, after protests from Albania, the Epirus issue was struck off the agenda of the Paris meeting of Allied foreign ministers in August and September 1946. In this way, the Allies gave de facto recognition to the 1913 boundaries. In 1958, Greece reiterated its claim, which was rejected by Albania. In 1971, a peace treaty was signed which implied recognition of Albanias boundaries. The situation is exacerbated by illegal Albanian immigration into Greece. Although the issue of north Epirus now appears to be settled, it has remained as an underlying factor in Greek Albanian relations.
