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Vassiliou Departed with Unfulfilled Desire for Reunification

Published January 17, 2026, 12:18

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides, in his eulogy for George Vassiliou, emphasized that the resolution of the Cyprus issue and the reunification of the homeland were the late President's highest priorities. Vassiliou worked tirelessly to achieve this goal, but unfortunately passed away with the desire for reunification unfulfilled. President Christodoulides described Vassiliou as a prominent, virtuous, and cosmopolitan man, with a free spirit and steadfast beliefs, who distinguished himself for his contribution to Cyprus and Europe. He also highlighted his contribution to the modernization of the state through significant reforms.