#UNFICYP has stepped up preventative measures against #COVID19 while continuing patrols in the buffer zone and remaining engaged with both sides to keep the peace. Here, Force Commander @ CherylAPearce conducts an assessment visit with our Sector 4 troops from #Slovakia. Strict social distancing, hygiene and sanitation measures are in place for all our peacekeepers to stop the potential spread of #CoronaVirus#A4P
Force Commander conducts an assessment visit with our Sector 4 troops from #Slovakia
- 31 March 2020
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