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Images: Farewell to G. Vassiliou

Published January 17, 2026, 11:02
Images: Farewell to G. Vassiliou

The funeral of former President of the Republic of Cyprus, Giorgos Vassiliou, who passed away at the age of 94, was held on Saturday at the Holy Church of Agia Sophia in Strovolos. The funeral was held at public expense with military honors, and the coffin was carried into the church draped with the Cypriot flag. Present were his wife, family members, the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides, and the entire Cabinet. The Greek Government was represented by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Giorgos Gerapetritis. Upon the arrival of the body, the Police Philharmonic played mournful marches and a military guard of honor paid their respects, followed by the national anthem.