what happened in the Congress of Berlin?
The Congress of Berlin was held from June 13 to July 13, 1878, in Berlin, Germany. It was convened by the German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck and was attended by representatives from the major European powers, including Britain, France, Russia, Austria-Hungary, Italy, and the Ottoman Empire. The purpose of the Congress was to reorganize the Balkans and to settle disputes arising from the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-78.
The Congress of Berlin resulted in the creation of several independent states in the Balkans. Bulgaria became an autonomous principality under the Ottoman Empire, while Serbia and Montenegro were recognized as independent states. The Ottoman Empire was allowed to retain control over Bosnia and Herzegovina, but Austria-Hungary was granted the right to occupy and administer these territories. The Congress also addressed the status of Cyprus and granted it to Britain.
The Congress of Berlin was an important event in European history as it set the stage for future conflicts in the Balkans. It led to the rise of nationalism in the region and eventually led to World War I.