Security Council resolution 1250 (1999) [on negotiations for a political settlement in Cyprus under auspices of the Secretary-General] — S/RES/1250(1999) | UN Mandate Registry
Security Council Resolution 1250 (1999) [on Negotiations for a Political Settlement in Cyprus Under Auspices of the Secretary-General]
Expresses its appreciation for the report of the Secretary-General of 22 June 1999 (S/1999/707) on his mission of Good Offices in Cyprus;
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Stresses its full support for the Secretary-General's mission of Good Offices as decided by the Security Council and, in this context, for the efforts of the Secretary-General and his Special Representative;
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Reiterates its endorsement of the initiative of the Secretary-General announced on 30 September 1998, within the framework of his mission of Good Offices, with the goal of reducing tensions and promoting progress towards a just and lasting settlement in Cyprus;
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Notes that the discussions between the Secretary-General's Special Representative and the two sides are continuing, and urges both sides to participate constructively;
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Expresses the view that both sides have legitimate concerns that should be addressed through comprehensive negotiations covering all relevant issues;
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Requeststhe Secretary-General, in accordance with the relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions, to invite the leaders of the two sides to negotiations in the autumn of 1999;
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Calls uponthe two leaders, in this context, to give their full support to such a comprehensive negotiation, under the auspices of the Secretary-General, and to commit themselves to the following principles:
- no preconditions;
- all issues on the table;
- commitment in good faith to continue to negotiate until a settlement is reached;
- full consideration of relevant United Nations resolutions and treaties;
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Requeststhe two sides on Cyprus, including military authorities on both sides, to work constructively with the Secretary-General and his Special Representative to create a positive climate on the island that will pave the way for negotiations in the autumn of 1999;
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Also requeststhe Secretary-General to keep the Security Council informed of progress towards the implementation of this resolution and to submit a report to the Council by 1 December 1999;
