Erhurman and Talat Attend Funeral of G. Vassiliou

The Turkish Cypriot leader, Tufan Erhurman, and former Turkish Cypriot leader, Mehmet Ali Talat, visited the Church of Holy Wisdom in Strovolos to express their condolences to the family of the former President of the Republic of Cyprus, Giorgos Vassiliou. Their presence at the funeral is considered a gesture of respect and peaceful coexistence. Mr. Erhurman arrived at the church around 11:40 am accompanied by a strong security detail and stayed for a few minutes, offering his condolences to the relatives of the deceased. He then immediately left the scene. Mehmet Ali Talat also conveyed his condolences to the Vassiliou family, demonstrating his appreciation for the role and contribution of the former President. This move highlights the importance of maintaining good relations between the two communities. The presence of the two leaders at the funeral of Giorgos Vassiliou is a positive sign for the effort to resolve the Cyprus issue and promote peace and cooperation on the island.