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Condolences from Turkish Cypriot Leaders for Former Cypriot President

Published January 14, 2026, 14:00
Condolences from Turkish Cypriot Leaders for Former Cypriot President

Ersin Tatar, Mustafa Akinci, and Ozdil Nami, former Turkish Cypriot leaders, expressed their condolences for the loss of former Cypriot President George Vassiliou. The Turkish Cypriot politicians acknowledged Vassiliou's contribution to efforts to resolve the Cyprus issue and his dialogue with the Turkish Cypriot side. Akinci emphasized Vassiliou's commitment to a reasonable solution and his realistic vision for a federal Cyprus, while Tatar mentioned his different approach compared to other Greek Cypriot leaders, highlighting the pursuit of contact and dialogue. Nami described Vassiliou as an important political leader, expressing his sorrow for the loss.