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Cyprus Bids Farewell to Former President George Vassiliou

Published January 17, 2026, 09:52
Cyprus Bids Farewell to Former President George Vassiliou

Cyprus is today saying goodbye to former President George Vassiliou, who passed away at the age of 94. The funeral will be held at public expense and with honors as an active head of state at the Holy Church of Hagia Sophia in Strovolos. Representatives of the government, including Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, will attend and deliver eulogies, along with the President of the Republic, the Rector of the University of Cyprus, and family members. A public viewing preceded the funeral, where many people paid their respects to the deceased. Androulla Vassiliou, wife of the former President, expressed her grief but also her pride in his legacy.