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UN Security Council Receives Closed-Door Briefing on Cyprus – UNFICYP Mandate Renewal on January 29th

Published January 16, 2026, 07:04
UN Security Council Receives Closed-Door Briefing on Cyprus – UNFICYP Mandate Renewal on January 29th

The UN Security Council was briefed by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Cyprus, Kasim Diagne, regarding the two latest reports of the Secretary-General. The briefing took place in closed consultations in New York. Mr. Diagne avoided making statements after the briefing, stating that the process is still in its early stages. The annual Security Council session for the renewal of the UNFICYP mandate is scheduled for January 29th. The discussion focused on the current situation in Cyprus and the prospects for a new resolution effort.