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Public Lying-in-State for Former President George Vassiliou, Book of Condolences Opened

Published January 16, 2026, 06:16
Public Lying-in-State for Former President George Vassiliou, Book of Condolences Opened

The body of former President of the Republic George Vassiliou is lying in state today at the Church of Holy Wisdom from 10:00 to 17:00. A book of condolences will be opened at the Presidential Palace, and will first be signed by the President of the Republic and members of the Cabinet. It will then be open to state officials, the diplomatic corps, and the public. The funeral will be held at public expense on Saturday, January 17th, at the Church of Holy Wisdom in Strovolos, and the day has been declared a public holiday.