Ledra Street to be discussed at UN, says British diplomat

The situation that has ensued at Ledra Street in the capital with the Turkish occupation forces advancing into the UN-controlled buffer zone, will be debated this week at the United Nations, British High Commissioner Peter Millet said on Tuesday.

Speaking after meeting Minister of Labour and Social Insurance Christos Taliadoros, Millet said Britain supports ‘UN efforts to find a solution to the issue.’

Asked if he believes that the Turks have violated the buffer zone, Millet replied, ‘This is a UN issue. We support their efforts to find a solution.’

To a question if Britain will make any representations to the occupation forces over the advancement of the Turkish troops, Millet said this is an issue that will be examined this week in New York.

The Cypriot government has withdrawn its consent for the opening of Ledra Street, noting the Turkish occupation forces have advanced beyond the ceasefire line. (CNA)