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UNFICYP: Issue in Avlona Resolved Peacefully

Published January 16, 2026, 11:27
UNFICYP: Issue in Avlona Resolved Peacefully

UNFICYP was informed on Thursday about unauthorized agricultural activities within the buffer zone in the Avlona area and immediately dispatched peacekeeping forces to the region, stated Spokesperson Alim Siddiq to KYPE. He reported that the UN “cooperated with both sides to de-escalate the situation and ensure the maintenance of calm.” “The issue was resolved peacefully. UNFICYP continues to closely monitor the area,” Siddiq added. Yesterday, the Community Leader Menelaos Savva denounced a violation of the buffer zone near the village by Turkish farmers. According to the complaint, the farmers are no longer cultivating only seasonal vegetables but also citrus fruits, which are a permanent crop, and explained that the agreement with the UN is that only legal owners with the relevant permits can cultivate in the buffer zone. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs had already been informed about the issue.