United Nations Security Council Resolution 1179

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United Nations Security Council resolution 1179 was adopted unanimously on June 29, 1998. The council reaffirmed all previous resolutions regarding the situation in Cyprus and discussed attempts to resolve the long-standing political dispute between the internationally recognized Republic of Cyprus and Northern Cyprus.

The Security Council called upon all countries to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus and refrain from actions that could harm it or divide the island, including seeking union with another country. The council also expressed its concern that negotiations between Cyprus and Northern Cyprus had not yet achieved any tangible progress despite United Nations support. This lack of progress was seen as a major obstacle to finding a peaceful solution to the dispute.

The resolution reaffirmed the position that the current situation is unacceptable and that a settlement should be based on a single state in Cyprus with two equal political communities in a bi-communal, bi-zonal federation without separation or union with another country. This approach was seen as essential for achieving lasting peace and stability on the island. The council welcomed Secretary-General Kofi Annan's efforts to explore new possibilities that could lead to renewed momentum in negotiations.

The Turkish Cypriot side was specifically called upon to commit to this process, while both parties were urged to cooperate with the Secretary-General for the resumption of dialogue. This cooperation was seen as crucial for finding a mutually acceptable solution to the dispute and achieving a lasting peace on the island.

Finally, instructions were given to Kofi Annan to submit a report on the situation on the island by December 10, 1998. The council's efforts in this regard aimed at providing an update on the progress of negotiations and identifying areas where further support from the United Nations was needed.

The resolution marked an important step forward in the search for a peaceful solution to the Cyprus dispute, which has been ongoing since the island's partition in 1974 following the Turkish invasion. The council's efforts have continued to this day, with various initiatives aimed at promoting dialogue and finding a mutually acceptable solution to the dispute.