Guterres' Recommendations for UNFICYP and the Peace Process in Cyprus
January 4, 2025
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres proposes extending UNFICYP's mandate until 2026 and calls for international support for peace initiatives. He emphasizes the need to stop military violations and remove unauthorized surveillance systems, condemning access restrictions to UNFICYP in the buffer zone. Guterres welcomes initiatives for opening new crossing points and expresses concern about the pushbacks of asylum seekers. Additionally, he stresses the importance of dialogue for resolving disputes.