In a highlevel government meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides and SecretaryGeneral Marija Pejcinovic Buric, the focus was on missing persons in Cyprus and the country’s application against Turkey. The urgent need for accountability and resolution for affected families was highlighted, underscoring the pressing humanitarian issue at hand.
The proposal to establish a Truth Commission in Cyprus aims to uncover the truth behind individuals missing from conflicts since 1960s, fostering reconciliation through immunity for information disclosure. With global support, including the presence of UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin, this pivotal decision could reshape the nation’s approach to addressing longstanding human rights violations.
A Cypriot Truth Commission is proposed to investigate the causes of disappearances in historical conflicts, aiming to uncover truth and prevent future atrocities. Legal changes, including immunity for selfincriminating testimonies, are crucial for enhancing the commission’s effectiveness in promoting reconciliation and healing.
