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**United Nations Security Council Resolution 383**
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**Adoption**
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Resolution 383 of the United Nations Security Council was adopted on December 13, 1975.

**Background and Context**
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The resolution noted a report from the Secretary-General that in the existing circumstances, the presence of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus was still necessary. The report highlighted the need for the force to maintain the ceasefire and facilitate the "continuous search for a peaceful settlement" on the island.

**Resolution Text**
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The Council took note of the report on conditions on the island and the agreement of the parties concerned with the Secretary-General's recommendation to extend the stationing of UNFICYP in Cyprus for a further period of six months. The resolution reaffirmed previous resolutions on the subject and called for their effective implementation.

**Implementation**
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The Council urged all parties concerned to act with utmost restraint and extended the stationing of the Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus until [date not specified]. The resolution concluded with an appeal to all parties concerned to cooperate with UNFICYP, and requested the Secretary-General to continue his mission.

**References**
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* United Nations Security Council Resolution 383 (1975)

Note: The date for the extension of the stationing of the Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus is not specified in any of the source snippets.