Resolution 597 (1987)
of 12 June 1987

The Security Council,

Taking note of the report of the Secretary-General on the
United Nations operation in Cyprus of 29 May 1987, 57

Noting the recommendation by the Secretary-General that
the Security Council extend the stationing of the United
Nations Peace-keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period
of six months,

Noting also that the Government of Cyprus has agreed
that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is
necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond [5 June
1987,

Reaffirming the provisions of resolution 186 (1964) and
other relevant resolutions,

1. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the
United Nations Peace-keeping Force established under
resolution 186 (1964) for a further period ending on 15
December 1987;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to continue his mission of good offices, to keep the Security Council informed
of the progress made and to submit a report on the
implementation of the present resolution by 30 November
1987;

3. Calls upon all the parties concerned to continue to
co-operate with the Force on the basis of the present
mandate.

Adopted unanimously at the
27491h meeting.


57 Ibid., document S/18880 and Add. 1.
