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UNFICYP: Calm in Avlona After Incident in the Dead Zone

Published January 5, 2026, 14:12
UNFICYP: Calm in Avlona After Incident in the Dead Zone

A new incident occurred this morning in the dead zone area of Avlona. According to UNFICYP Spokesman Alim Siddiq, the situation in the area remains calm and the incident is being investigated by the United Nations Peacekeeping Force. UN peacekeepers were immediately dispatched to the area to investigate the incident and are in contact with both sides to prevent further escalation. Media reports indicate that Turkish tractors entered the dead zone and cultivated land belonging to a Greek Cypriot owner, within the UN's area of responsibility.