Is Cyprus a European country or an Asian country?

Cyprus was originally an Asian country. At the end of 1970s and 1980s, due to the long-term discord between Greeks and Turks, the country was in turmoil. After Turkey left Asia and entered Europe, Cyprus was regarded as a European country because its history was a part of Europe, even though it belonged to Asia geographically. Cypriots also consider themselves European countries. The website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China also lists Cyprus as a European country.