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Issue in Avlona Resolved Peacefully, UN Says

Published January 16, 2026, 09:17
Issue in Avlona Resolved Peacefully, UN Says

An issue regarding unauthorized agricultural activities within the buffer zone in the Avlona area has been resolved peacefully, according to a statement by the United Nations. UNFICYP was informed of the activities and immediately dispatched peacekeeping forces to the area to ensure calm. The community leader Menelaos Savva had reported a violation of the buffer zone by Turkish farmers, who were cultivating permanent crops, such as citrus fruits, instead of seasonal vegetables, violating an agreement with the UN. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs had already been informed about the incident.