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Keep up-to-date with the UN in #Cyprus and the latest on UNFICYP and the Secretary-General's Good Offices Mission.
Polling conducted in 2025 in both communities by #UNCyprusTalks found that respondents who had contact with members of the other community continue to be more positive and trusting of the other community, as well as more confident that the communities could live peacefully together. #YearInReview
December 24, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Polling conducted in 2025 in both communities by #UNCyprusTalks found that respondents who had contact with members of the other community continue to be more positive and trusting of the other community, as well as more confident that the communities could live peacefully together. #YearInReview
Reflecting on moments of hope: In February, USG Rosemary DiCarlo visited #Cyprus, reaffirming the United Nations' steadfast commitment to a peaceful future for the island. #UNCyprusTalks #YearInReview #WomenPeaceSecurity
December 23, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Reflecting on moments of hope: In February, USG Rosemary DiCarlo visited #Cyprus, reaffirming the United Nations' steadfast commitment to a peaceful future for the island. #UNCyprusTalks #YearInReview #WomenPeaceSecurity
In #Cyprus, the youth is leading initiatives to showcase how shared actions can build the foundations for a more peaceful and sustainable future.
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/en/news/buil...
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/en/news/buil...
Building bridges, cleaning beaches: How the UN Youth Champions for Environment and Peace are uniting Cypriot youth | UNFICYP
As part of the UN campaign to #InvestInPeace, the youth in Cyprus is leading initiatives to showcase how shared actions can build the foundations for a more peaceful and sustainable future.  
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December 23, 2025 at 7:40 AM
In #Cyprus, the youth is leading initiatives to showcase how shared actions can build the foundations for a more peaceful and sustainable future.
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/en/news/buil...
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/en/news/buil...
As we close out the year, we look back with immense pride at the dedication of our peacekeepers in #Cyprus. Your unwavering commitment to #UNFICYP is what keeps the peace.
Each medal tells a story of duty and dedication to a peaceful future for Cyprus. 🎖️ #A4P #YearInReview
Each medal tells a story of duty and dedication to a peaceful future for Cyprus. 🎖️ #A4P #YearInReview
December 22, 2025 at 7:35 AM
As we close out the year, we look back with immense pride at the dedication of our peacekeepers in #Cyprus. Your unwavering commitment to #UNFICYP is what keeps the peace.
Each medal tells a story of duty and dedication to a peaceful future for Cyprus. 🎖️ #A4P #YearInReview
Each medal tells a story of duty and dedication to a peaceful future for Cyprus. 🎖️ #A4P #YearInReview
Keeping peace means staying sharp.
⚡ #UNFICYP organizes regular skills competitions to ensure that our peacekeepers in #Cyprus are always ready, agile, and prepared to deploy at a moment’s notice. #A4P #YearInReview
⚡ #UNFICYP organizes regular skills competitions to ensure that our peacekeepers in #Cyprus are always ready, agile, and prepared to deploy at a moment’s notice. #A4P #YearInReview
December 20, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Keeping peace means staying sharp.
⚡ #UNFICYP organizes regular skills competitions to ensure that our peacekeepers in #Cyprus are always ready, agile, and prepared to deploy at a moment’s notice. #A4P #YearInReview
⚡ #UNFICYP organizes regular skills competitions to ensure that our peacekeepers in #Cyprus are always ready, agile, and prepared to deploy at a moment’s notice. #A4P #YearInReview
The Technical Committee on Youth held its second public event, creating a safe space for dialogue on the mental health challenges faced by young people across the island 🧠💬. The discussion reflected a desire to share experiences, seek guidance, & raise awareness around issues that matter to youth.
December 20, 2025 at 7:13 AM
The Technical Committee on Youth held its second public event, creating a safe space for dialogue on the mental health challenges faced by young people across the island 🧠💬. The discussion reflected a desire to share experiences, seek guidance, & raise awareness around issues that matter to youth.
Fire training isn't optional, it's essential. 🔥
Throughout the year, we prepare peacekeepers on fire safety with regular trainings.
At every rotation, newly arrived peacekeepers are ready to handle fire risks across the UN #bufferzone. It's all part of keeping communities safe. #A4P #YearInReview
Throughout the year, we prepare peacekeepers on fire safety with regular trainings.
At every rotation, newly arrived peacekeepers are ready to handle fire risks across the UN #bufferzone. It's all part of keeping communities safe. #A4P #YearInReview
December 19, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Fire training isn't optional, it's essential. 🔥
Throughout the year, we prepare peacekeepers on fire safety with regular trainings.
At every rotation, newly arrived peacekeepers are ready to handle fire risks across the UN #bufferzone. It's all part of keeping communities safe. #A4P #YearInReview
Throughout the year, we prepare peacekeepers on fire safety with regular trainings.
At every rotation, newly arrived peacekeepers are ready to handle fire risks across the UN #bufferzone. It's all part of keeping communities safe. #A4P #YearInReview
What does a gender-equal future look like for #Cyprus?
In March, young Cypriots from both communities on the island tackled this question head-on, examining bias and thinking solutions. #YouthVoices #A4P #YearInReview
In March, young Cypriots from both communities on the island tackled this question head-on, examining bias and thinking solutions. #YouthVoices #A4P #YearInReview
December 18, 2025 at 9:12 AM
What does a gender-equal future look like for #Cyprus?
In March, young Cypriots from both communities on the island tackled this question head-on, examining bias and thinking solutions. #YouthVoices #A4P #YearInReview
In March, young Cypriots from both communities on the island tackled this question head-on, examining bias and thinking solutions. #YouthVoices #A4P #YearInReview
This morning, top UN official in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne, welcomed the High Commissioner of India 🇮🇳, Mr. Manish, to the monument outside Ledra Palace 4 a ceremony to remember General Kodandera Subayya Thimayya, who served as the Mission's Force Commander from June 1964 to December 1965. #LestWeForget
December 18, 2025 at 8:35 AM
This morning, top UN official in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne, welcomed the High Commissioner of India 🇮🇳, Mr. Manish, to the monument outside Ledra Palace 4 a ceremony to remember General Kodandera Subayya Thimayya, who served as the Mission's Force Commander from June 1964 to December 1965. #LestWeForget
The sound of peace? Sometimes, it's the quiet hum of a UN vehicle on patrol. #UNFICYP’s constant presence in the #bufferzone prevents conflict and helps build the trust needed for the future. #YearInReview #A4P
December 17, 2025 at 9:15 AM
The sound of peace? Sometimes, it's the quiet hum of a UN vehicle on patrol. #UNFICYP’s constant presence in the #bufferzone prevents conflict and helps build the trust needed for the future. #YearInReview #A4P
Mental health matters. Let’s talk about it. The Technical Committee on Youth invites young people aged 16–35 to a panel discussion with mental health professionals focused on real experiences & practical support.
📅 Friday, 19 December
⏰ 6 to 8pm
📍 Ledra Palace
🎟️ Register: [email protected]
📅 Friday, 19 December
⏰ 6 to 8pm
📍 Ledra Palace
🎟️ Register: [email protected]
December 16, 2025 at 7:47 AM
Mental health matters. Let’s talk about it. The Technical Committee on Youth invites young people aged 16–35 to a panel discussion with mental health professionals focused on real experiences & practical support.
📅 Friday, 19 December
⏰ 6 to 8pm
📍 Ledra Palace
🎟️ Register: [email protected]
📅 Friday, 19 December
⏰ 6 to 8pm
📍 Ledra Palace
🎟️ Register: [email protected]
This afternoon, the Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General on #Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, hosted for the first time both Cypriot leaders, Nikos Christodoulides and Tufan Erhürman, in the UN Protected Area. #UNCyprusTalks
December 11, 2025 at 6:47 PM
This afternoon, the Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General on #Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, hosted for the first time both Cypriot leaders, Nikos Christodoulides and Tufan Erhürman, in the UN Protected Area. #UNCyprusTalks
Human rights are inalienable, indivisible & interdependent.
But in recent years, we've seen grave violations that signal a flagrant disregard for rights & a callous indifference to suffering.
Together, we have the power to confront these injustices.
#HumanRightsDay
But in recent years, we've seen grave violations that signal a flagrant disregard for rights & a callous indifference to suffering.
Together, we have the power to confront these injustices.
#HumanRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Human rights are inalienable, indivisible & interdependent.
But in recent years, we've seen grave violations that signal a flagrant disregard for rights & a callous indifference to suffering.
Together, we have the power to confront these injustices.
#HumanRightsDay
But in recent years, we've seen grave violations that signal a flagrant disregard for rights & a callous indifference to suffering.
Together, we have the power to confront these injustices.
#HumanRightsDay
As part of the #16Days of activism, meet Aime Simplice Amany, who works as #UNFICYP's Human Resources Officer. He is adding his voice to end violence against women and girls.
December 10, 2025 at 7:42 AM
As part of the #16Days of activism, meet Aime Simplice Amany, who works as #UNFICYP's Human Resources Officer. He is adding his voice to end violence against women and girls.
Major Fahim Awan of #Canada 🇨🇦, serving with #UNFICYP, joins the global call to end violence against women and girls.
This #16DaysOfActivism, we amplify every voice demanding a safer world for all. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence
This #16DaysOfActivism, we amplify every voice demanding a safer world for all. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence
December 9, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Major Fahim Awan of #Canada 🇨🇦, serving with #UNFICYP, joins the global call to end violence against women and girls.
This #16DaysOfActivism, we amplify every voice demanding a safer world for all. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence
This #16DaysOfActivism, we amplify every voice demanding a safer world for all. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence
Meet Major Ayesha Shaukat Khan from #Pakistan 🇵🇰, who works as #UNFICYP's Military Public Information Officer. She is adding her voice to mark #16days of activism to end violence against women and girls. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence
December 8, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Meet Major Ayesha Shaukat Khan from #Pakistan 🇵🇰, who works as #UNFICYP's Military Public Information Officer. She is adding her voice to mark #16days of activism to end violence against women and girls. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence
Scrolling past digital violence?
That's choosing a side.
Silence isn't neutral. It's permission. There’s #NoExcuse to stay quiet.
Use your voice. Call out abuse. Amplify survivors.
Be the reason someone feels safe to speak up.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
That's choosing a side.
Silence isn't neutral. It's permission. There’s #NoExcuse to stay quiet.
Use your voice. Call out abuse. Amplify survivors.
Be the reason someone feels safe to speak up.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
December 6, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Scrolling past digital violence?
That's choosing a side.
Silence isn't neutral. It's permission. There’s #NoExcuse to stay quiet.
Use your voice. Call out abuse. Amplify survivors.
Be the reason someone feels safe to speak up.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
That's choosing a side.
Silence isn't neutral. It's permission. There’s #NoExcuse to stay quiet.
Use your voice. Call out abuse. Amplify survivors.
Be the reason someone feels safe to speak up.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
The Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General on #Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, met with Nikos Christodoulides this morning. Holguín met with Tufan Erhürman yesterday. #uncyprustalks
📸UNFICYP/Peter Šulgan
📸UNFICYP/Peter Šulgan
December 6, 2025 at 8:27 AM
The Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General on #Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, met with Nikos Christodoulides this morning. Holguín met with Tufan Erhürman yesterday. #uncyprustalks
📸UNFICYP/Peter Šulgan
📸UNFICYP/Peter Šulgan
Today on #WorldSoilDay, roots of peace grow deeper in #Cyprus. 🌱
Top UN official in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne and with peacekeepers came together in Larnaca to plant trees as a powerful reminder that the care we give to our soil reflects our concern for our shared future.
Top UN official in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne and with peacekeepers came together in Larnaca to plant trees as a powerful reminder that the care we give to our soil reflects our concern for our shared future.
December 6, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Today on #WorldSoilDay, roots of peace grow deeper in #Cyprus. 🌱
Top UN official in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne and with peacekeepers came together in Larnaca to plant trees as a powerful reminder that the care we give to our soil reflects our concern for our shared future.
Top UN official in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne and with peacekeepers came together in Larnaca to plant trees as a powerful reminder that the care we give to our soil reflects our concern for our shared future.
Online abuse is not “virtual”. It is real violence with real consequences.
Survivors carry scars beyond the screen.
Laws that protect us offline must also protect us online.
It’s time to demand accountability and safety in every space.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
Survivors carry scars beyond the screen.
Laws that protect us offline must also protect us online.
It’s time to demand accountability and safety in every space.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
December 5, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Online abuse is not “virtual”. It is real violence with real consequences.
Survivors carry scars beyond the screen.
Laws that protect us offline must also protect us online.
It’s time to demand accountability and safety in every space.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
Survivors carry scars beyond the screen.
Laws that protect us offline must also protect us online.
It’s time to demand accountability and safety in every space.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
The Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General on Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, met with Tufan Erhürman this morning. Holguín will meet with Nikos Christodoulides tomorrrow. #uncyprustalks
December 5, 2025 at 9:41 AM
The Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General on Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, met with Tufan Erhürman this morning. Holguín will meet with Nikos Christodoulides tomorrrow. #uncyprustalks
As part of the #16Days of activism, meet Raneque Whyte, #UNFICYP's Geospatial Information Officer. She is adding her voice to end violence against women and girls.
December 4, 2025 at 11:10 AM
As part of the #16Days of activism, meet Raneque Whyte, #UNFICYP's Geospatial Information Officer. She is adding her voice to end violence against women and girls.
As part of the #16Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, UNFICYP convened powerful discussions with uniformed and civilian personnel, alongside civil society partners, to galvanize action toward ending violence against women and girls.
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/turning-pain...
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/turning-pain...
Turning pain into purpose: UNFICYP hosts dialogue on ending gender-based violence
As part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, UNFICYP convened powerful discussions with uniformed and civilian personnel, alongside civil society partners, to galvanize action tow...
unficyp.unmissions.org
December 3, 2025 at 11:35 AM
As part of the #16Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, UNFICYP convened powerful discussions with uniformed and civilian personnel, alongside civil society partners, to galvanize action toward ending violence against women and girls.
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/turning-pain...
Read more here: unficyp.unmissions.org/turning-pain...
An estimated 1.3 billion people live with a significant disability today.
To achieve a more inclusive & accessible world, people with disabilities must have a seat at decision-making tables.
More: www.un.org/.../day-of-p...
To achieve a more inclusive & accessible world, people with disabilities must have a seat at decision-making tables.
More: www.un.org/.../day-of-p...
December 3, 2025 at 11:02 AM
An estimated 1.3 billion people live with a significant disability today.
To achieve a more inclusive & accessible world, people with disabilities must have a seat at decision-making tables.
More: www.un.org/.../day-of-p...
To achieve a more inclusive & accessible world, people with disabilities must have a seat at decision-making tables.
More: www.un.org/.../day-of-p...