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Antonio Guterres' Visit to Cyprus for the Cyprus Issue

July 16, 2026

The UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, is expected to visit Cyprus at the end of July to promote talks concerning the Cyprus issue. This will be his first visit to the island since 2010 and is anticipated to be crucial for resuming negotiations. Meanwhile, the UN Special Representative will brief the Security Council today on recent developments. Additionally, visits from European Union officials are also expected soon. This visit comes at a critical time for Cyprus and efforts to find a solution to the longstanding issue.