Cyprus Mail22 Jun 2026

Cyprus stresses women’s role in peacebuilding at UN Security Council debate

Cyprus’ permanent representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Maria Michael, highlighted the indispensable role of women in conflict prevention and resolution during an open debate of the UN Security Council held on June 17 under Colombia’s presidency.

According to an announcement issued on Monday, the discussion focused on the theme “Women, Peace and Security: Peace Begins with Women – Accelerating Participation as a Pathway from Conflict to Peace”....

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