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UNFICYP honours women and men who serve in Cyprus on International Day of UN Peacekeepers

This morning, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Cyprus, Colin Stewart, accompanied by UNFICYP’s senior leadership and peacekeepers from its military, police, and civilian components, held a solemn event at the Ledra Palace Hotel to pay tribute to the work of peacekeepers in C

29 May 2025

UNFICYP peacekeepers demonstrate agility during skills competition

On 27 May, just before International Day of Peacekeepers this week, UNFICYP held a skills competition organized to ensure that peacekeepers remain agile and ready to deploy at short notice.

28 May 2025

Halef Kurt: Bridging Peace and Sustainability as a UN Youth Champion

Halef Kurt, a Cypriot peace activist, is helping shape a vision for a more peaceful and sustainable Cyprus.

08 May 2025

A Voice for Peace and Nature: Eleftherios Charalambous and the UN Youth Champions for Environment and Peace

Young Cypriot activist, Eleftherios Charalambous is making waves through his passionate commitment to environmental protection and peacebuilding.

08 May 2025

Upcycling Peace: Metça Kemancıoğlu’s Journey as a UN Youth Champion for Environment and Peace

In the heart of Nicosia, where the city is shaped by both history and hope, Metça Kemancıoğlu has been quietly weaving threads of environmental awareness and peacebuilding into the fabric of his community.

02 May 2025

Ioanna Phanaris: Bridging Communities, One Toy at a Time

In a world where youth voices are often sidelined, the UN Youth Champions for Environment and Peace program shines as a powerful example of what happens when young people are given the opportunity to lead, connect, and act.

02 May 2025

Young Cypriots gather to discuss gender equality ahead of International Women’s Day

On 4 March, young women and men from across the divide gathered in Ledra Palace Hotel to engage in a dialogue on gender bias and explore innovative ideas to advance women's rights across the island.

05 Mar 2025

The UN Secretary-General message for New Year 2025

New York, 31 December 2024

Throughout 2024, hope has been hard to find.

Wars are causing enormous pain, suffering and displacement.

Inequalities and divisions are rife — fueling tensions and mistrust.

30 Dec 2024

UNFICYP's response to farming incident in Deryneia

Farming near the ceasefire lines inside the UN buffer zone is strictly prohibited and risks provoking tensions. No farmer is ever granted permission to work near the ceasefire lines, such actions jeopardise the safety and security of both civilians and UN peacekeepers.

20 Dec 2024

Veterans from around the world visit UNFICYP to mark 60 years in the service of peace

This week, UNFICYP welcomed Canadian, Finnish, and Swedish veterans who served in Cyprus since the Mission was established in 1964.

12 Nov 2024

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