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Peacekeepers honoured at UNFICYP’s winter medal parade

135 UN peacekeepers were honoured for their service for peace in Cyprus at UNFICYP’s winter medal parade which took place on 16 and 17 December. The Special Representative of Secretary General and Head of Mission, Ms.

17 Dec 2020

An interview with UNFICYP’s Force Medical Officer, Gábor Kolonics

In times of COVID-19, the challenges facing peacekeeping missions around the world have multiplied, the health crisis has highlighted the key role of our medical teams in ensuring peacekeepers remain safe and healthy while continuing mission operations across the buffe

15 Jan 2021

Photo contest: The value of water: What does water mean to you?

U.S. Embassy Cyprus, the Technical Committee on the Environment, and the United Nations in Cyprus (UNFICYP and OSASG-Cyprus) are extending and expanding the Youth Photo Contest in honor of World Water Day.

30 Mar 2021

Major General Ingrid Gjerde of Norway - Force Commander of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the appointment of Major General Ingrid Gjerde of Norway as Force Commander of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP).

24 Mar 2021

UNFICYP raises Finnish flag

UNFICYP held a flag-raising ceremony for Finland this morning, an event that was dedicated to pay tribute to the country’s dedication and commitment to furthering the cause of peace in Cyprus.

14 Apr 2021

UNFICYP awards UNPOL peacekeepers for their service for peace

Thirty-one UNFICYP peacekeepers from 11 contingents of the UN Police (UNPOL) were awarded medals for their contributions to peace in Cyprus, in a ceremony held at the UN headquarters in Nicosia today.

16 Apr 2021

Ozer Sahoglu: Empowering young people to advocate for a brighter Cyprus

Ozer Sahoglu’s recent selection for Europe's Migration Team of the United Nations Major Group for Children and Youth is perhaps no coincidence.

13 May 2021

Ozer Sahoglu: Empowering young people to advocate for a brighter Cyprus

Ozer Sahoglu’s recent selection for Europe's Migration Team of the United Nations Major Group for Children and Youth is perhaps no coincidence.

13 May 2021

Peacebuilding in divided societies workshops

Are you aged between 23-30 and enthusiastic in making a change in your community and in being active in peacebuilding? If yes, then these workshops are for you!

12 May 2021

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