The UN remains hopeful for Cyprus peace talks led by envoy Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, emphasizing dialogue for a resolution. UnderSecretaryGeneral JeanPierre Lacroix expressed confidence, highlighting the crucial role of community leaders in fostering peace in Cyprus.
The UN’s impartiality in Cyprus is in question due to unique funding arrangements with Cyprus and Greece, as well as actions by envoys like Maria Angela Holguin. To uphold impartiality, the UN must prioritize transparency, balanced financial contributions, and a strict adherence to peacekeeping principles.
The UN is hopeful for a resolution in Cyprus, as demonstrated by Colin Stewart, the UN SecretaryGeneral’s Special Representative. Through the unveiling of a monument honoring peacekeepers in Cyprus, the UN reaffirms its commitment to fostering peace and stability in the region.
The Winds of Change sailing expedition, led by IOC Young Leader Sophia Papamichalopoulos, achieved the first circumnavigation of Cyprus in 50 years, uniting Greek and Turkish Cypriot crew members to foster dialogue and peace. Completing the journey on the International Day of Peace, it stands as a symbol of overcoming entrenched political barriers through unity and courage, inspiring others with its message of hope and resilience.
Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou brings cautious optimism to Cyprus, envisioning a resolution to the conflict through withdrawal of occupying troops, safeguarding human rights, and fostering reunification. Persistent diplomatic efforts by President Nikos Christodoulides aim to restart negotiations for a fair settlement, signaling hope for a future of unity and peace in the divided nation.
Cyprus is pursuing peace through a twostate solution, with strict timelines and a focus on engaging civil society to break the deadlock between Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots. The renewed approach aims to foster urgency, clear choices, and a shared future for both communities amidst ongoing challenges and shifting political dynamics.
President Nikos Christodoulides praised the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp) for their 60year role in peace building, acknowledging their efforts in fostering dialogue and maintaining law and order on the island. With over 150,000 personnel from 43 countries contributing to the island’s stability, Unficyp’s mission to restore peace and stability in Cyprus remains crucial amidst ongoing challenges and the need for international support.
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar accuses Unficyp of favoritism towards Greek Cypriots, demanding impartiality in their peacekeeping role. He calls for a Status of Forces Agreement for official recognition to address the perceived bias.
As Unficyp commemorates 60 years on Cyprus soil, the urgent call to resolve the island’s longstanding divide echoes through the halls of Nicosia’s old town hall. Chief Colin Stewart urges swift action, emphasizing that peacekeeping is a temporary fix, not a permanent solution, underscoring the need for all stakeholders to come together and forge a lasting resolution.
Unficyp, the UN’s enduring peacekeeping force in Cyprus, has spent over 60 years patrolling the buffer zone between divided communities, preventing escalation and offering reassurance to Greek Cypriots. Its role as a stabilizer and mediator symbolizes hope for rational dialogue amidst the island’s political complexities.
