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Public Viewing for Former President George Vassiliou

Published January 16, 2026, 06:23
Public Viewing for Former President George Vassiliou

The body of former President George Vassiliou was laid to rest for public viewing at the Church of Holy Wisdom in Strovolos, from 10:00 to 17:00. During the viewing, citizens and state officials will have the opportunity to pay their respects. Simultaneously, a book of condolences was opened at the Presidential Palace, initially signed by the President and the members of the Council of Ministers. It will then be open to state officials and the diplomatic corps, with copies being made available to all Cypriot diplomatic missions. The funeral will be held at public expense on Saturday, January 17th, at 13:00 at the same church, with the family receiving condolences from 11:30. The burial will take place at the Aglantzia Municipal Cemetery, and the day of the funeral has been declared a public holiday.