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Pontius Pilate Attitude of UNFICYP

Published January 1, 2026, 09:15
Pontius Pilate Attitude of UNFICYP

Strong criticism is being directed at UNFICYP for its stance in a recent incident in the dead zone, in the Mamari area. Individuals calling themselves "Attilas" and pseudo-police entered the dead zone, chased Greek Cypriot farmers, attacked them with stones, and destroyed their tractor. However, UNFICYP limited itself to a statement calling on both sides to exercise restraint, which raises questions and is characterized as a "Pontius Pilate" attitude, as it does not recognize the perpetrator of the attack.