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ON THIS DAY: The Green Line is drawn in Nicosia (1963)

On 30 December 1963, a decisive and deeply symbolic moment in Cyprus’s modern history unfolded, as the so-called Green Line was drawn across Nicosia,...

ON THIS DAY: UN adopts convention on the rights of the child (1989)

On 20 November 1989, the United Nations General Assembly formally adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), which is a landmark...

ON THIS DAY: Kofi Annan presents plan for Cyprus issue (2002)

On 11 November 2002, United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan formally presented his long-awaited Annan Plan for the resolution of the Cyprus issue — one...

Cyprus calls for stronger UN framework to protect journalists

Cyprus has called for a stronger legal framework, the promotion of digital literacy and international cooperation to protect journalists worldwide, the island’s Permanent Representative...

ON THIS DAY: The United Nations was founded (1945)

On 24 October 1945, the United Nations was founded following the devastation of World War II. Created to maintain peace, foster cooperation, and uphold...

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Cyprus Film Days 2026 ended with a grand celebration of cinema

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