A UN envoy feels hopeful about the Cyprus conflict. A very important meeting is planned between leaders from both sides of the island. The UN envoy, María Ángela Holguín Cuéllar, met with Greek Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. This meeting prepares them for a big talk this Thursday. This is the first important discussion in many years.

The Cyprus issue is an old problem from 1974. Many talks have failed before. High-level meetings stopped for a long time. This made peace harder. The envoy's job is to restart progress. She talks to both sides to understand their ideas and their willingness to change.

The envoy spoke to reporters. She was positive but realistic. She said it is important that leaders meet. However, she did not want to guess the future. She said that lasting peace needs support from all people, not just leaders. She recently met young people who inspired her. This showed her that people’s support is very important for peace.

President Christodoulides is ready to talk seriously. He wants to start important work. He trusts the envoy and the UN. He wants to discuss difficult topics like security and property.

Analysts think this meeting is a test. It will show if new official talks can start. The goal is to agree on how to talk in the future. There is hope, but also caution. This is because of the long history of distrust. A good meeting could lead to more talks. A bad meeting could stop progress again.

The world will watch this meeting. Nobody expects a quick solution. However, starting talks again after a long break is a big step. The envoy’s hope is small but important. It shows a chance for leaders to change things.