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Former President George Vassiliou Lying in State, Book of Condolences Opens

Published January 16, 2026, 07:33
Former President George Vassiliou Lying in State, Book of Condolences Opens

The body of former President of the Republic, George Vassiliou, will be lying in state today at the Holy Church of Hagia Sophia, from 10:00 to 17:00. Simultaneously, a book of condolences will open at the Presidential Palace, which will initially be signed by the President of the Republic and the members of the Council of Ministers. The book will be available to state officials and the diplomatic corps at specific times. The funeral will be held on Saturday, January 17th, at the Holy Church of Hagia Sophia, at public expense, and the day has been declared a public holiday. The burial will take place at the Aglantzia Municipal Cemetery.