On July 24, 2026, a group of Greek and Turkish Cypriots from Famagusta held a press conference at the Home for Cooperation in Nicosia. Ahead of the visit of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to the island, the organizers submitted a joint memorandum urging the United Nations to prioritize the implementation of Security Council resolutions regarding the fenced city of Varosha.

The initiative, represented by Christakis Nikitas and Hulusi Kilin (identified as Hulusi Akar in some sources), represents a long-standing movement of civil society activists from both communities. The speakers emphasized that the return of Famagusta has been a point of contention for half a century, noting its inclusion in the 1979 High-Level Agreements. They expressed frustration that the city, which was once a focal point for reunification efforts, has become a symbol of stagnation and is now largely used for tourism within restricted areas.

The advocates argue that the resolution of the Famagusta issue should serve as the primary step toward a broader settlement of the Cyprus problem. While the movement highlights decades of failed negotiations and persistent Turkish intransigence, this new appeal seeks to reignite international focus on the city's status before the Secretary-General's arrival, aiming to use Famagusta as a catalyst for a renewed peace process.