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S/RES/193 (1964)

United Nations

S/RES/193 (1964)

Security Council Distr.: General

9 August 1964

 

 


RESOLUTION 193 (1964)

 Adopted by the Security Council at its 1143th meeting,
on 9 August 1964

The Security Council,

Concerned at the serious deterioration of the situation in Cyprus,

Reaffirming its resolutions 186 (1964) of 4 March 1964, 187(1964) of 13 March and 192(1964) of 20 June 1964,

Anticipating the submission of the Secretary-General’s report on the situation,

1.Reaffirms the appeal just addressed by the President of the Security Council to the Governments of Turkey and Cyprus, worded as follows:

‘The Security Council has authorized me to make an urgent appeal to the Government of Turkey to cease instantly the bombardment of and the use of military force of any kind against Cyprus, and to the Government of Cyprus to order the armed forces under its control to cease firing immediately’;

2.Calls for an immediate cease-fire by all concerned;

3.Calls upon all concerned to cooperate fully with the Commander of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus in the restoration of peace and security;

4.Calls upon all states to refrain from any action that might exacerbate the situation or contribute to the broadening of hostilities.

Adopted at the 1143rd meeting by 9 votes to none, with 2 abstentions Czechoslovakia, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.

 

S/RES/192 (1964)

United Nations

S/RES/192 (1964)

Security Council Distr.: General

20 June 1964

 

 


RESOLUTION 192 (1964)

Adopted by the Security Council at its 1139th meeting,
on 20 June 1964

The Security Council,

Noting that the report of the Secretary-General (S/5764 and Add. 1) considers the maintenance in Cyprus of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force, created by Security Council resolution 186 (1964) of 4 March 1964, for an additional period of three months to be useful and advisable,

Expressing its deep appreciation to the Secretary-General for his efforts in the implementation of Security Council resolution 186 (1964) of 4 March and 187 (1964) of 13 March 1964,

Expressing its deep appreciation to the States that have contributed troops, police, supplies and financial support for the implementation of resolution 186 (1964),

1.Reaffirms its resolutions 186 (1964) and 187 (1964);

2.Calls upon all States Members of the United Nations to comply with the above-mentioned resolutions;

3.Takes note of the report of the Secretary-General;

4.Extends the stationing in Cyprus of the United Nations PeaceKeeping Force, established under Security Council resolution 186 (1964), for an additional period of three months, ending 26 September 1964.

Adopted unanimously at the 1139th meeting.

S/RES/187 (1964)

United Nations

S/RES/187 (1964)

Security Council Distr.: General

13 March 1964

 


RESOLUTION 187 (1964)

 Adopted by the Security Council at its 1103th meeting,
on 13 March 1964

The Security Council

Having heard the statements of the representatives of the Republic of Cyprus, Greece and Turkey,

Reaffirming its resolution 186 (1964) of 4 March 1964,

Being deeply concerned over developments in the area,

Noting the progress reported by the Secretary-General in regard to the establishment of a United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus,

Noting the assurance from the Secretary-General that the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus envisaged in resolution 186 (1964) of 4 March 1964 is about to be established, and that advance elements of that Force are already en route to Cyprus,

1.Reaffirms its call upon all Members States, in conformity with their obligations under the Charter of the United Nations, to refrain from any action or threat of action likely to worsen the situation in the sovereign Republic of Cyprus, or to endanger international peace;

2.Requests the Secretary-General to press on with his efforts to implement Security Council resolution 186 (1964) of 4 March 1964 and requests Member States to cooperate with the Secretary-General to that end.

 

S/RES/186 (1964)

United Nations

S/RES/186 (1964)

Security Council Distr.: General

4 March 1964

 

 


RESOLUTION 186 (1964)

Adopted by the Security Council at its 1102th meeting, on 4 March 1964

The Security Council

Noting that the present situation with regard to Cyprus is likely to threaten international peace and security and may further deteriorate unless additional measures are promptly taken to maintain peace and to seek out a durable solution,

Considering the positions taken by the parties in relation to the Treaties signed at Nicosia on 16 August 1960,

Having in mind the relevant provisions of the Charter of the United Nations and its Article 2, paragraph 4, which reads: “All Members shall refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the purposes of the United Nations.”

1. Calls upon all Member States, in conformity with their obligations under the Charter of the United Nations, to refrain from any action or threat of action to worsen the situation in the sovereign Republic of Cyprus, or to endanger international peace;

2. Asks the Government of Cyprus, which has the responsibility for the maintenance and restoration of law and order, to take all additional measures necessary to stop violence and bloodshed in Cyprus;

3. Calls upon the communities in Cyprus and their leaders to act with the utmost restraint;

4. Recommends the creation, with the consent of the Government of Cyprus, of a United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus. The composition and size of the Force shall be established by the Secretary-General, in consultation with the Governments of Cyprus, Greece, Turkey and the United Kingdom. The commander of the Force shall be appointed by the Secretary-General and report to him. The Secretary-General, who shall keep the Governments providing the Force fully informed, shall report periodically to the Security Council on its operation;

5. Recommends that the function of the Force should be in the interest of preserving international peace and security, to use its best efforts to prevent a recurrence of fighting and, as necessary, to contribute to the maintenance and restoration of law and order and a return to normal conditions;

6. Recommends that the stationing of the Force shall be for a period of three months, all costs pertaining to it being met, in a manner to be agreed upon by them, by the Governments providing the contingents and by the Government of Cyprus. The Secretary-General may also accept voluntary contributions for the purpose;

7. Recommends further that the Secretary-General designate, in agreement with the Government of Cyprus and the Governments of Greece, Turkey and United Kingdom a mediator who shall use his best endeavors with the representatives of the communities and also with the aforesaid four Governments, for the purpose of promoting a peaceful solution and an agreed settlement of the problem confronting Cyprus, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, having in mind the well-being of the people as a whole and the preservation of international peace and security. The mediator shall report periodically to the Secretary-General on his efforts;

8. Requests the Secretary-General to provide, from funds of the United Nations, as appropriate, for the remuneration and expenses of the mediator and his staff.

Adopted unanimously at the 1102nd meeting.