Cyprus is sad today. A good leader is gone. His name was George Vassiliou.
He was the President before. He was President for five years. He helped the money in Cyprus. He wanted Cyprus to be with Europe.
The country had a sad day. Flags were not high up. There was a special goodbye for him.
Mr. Vassiliou was old. He was 94 years. Many people liked him. He wanted peace for the island.
He had new ideas. He helped the country grow. He started a new school. He made news more free.
He wanted Cyprus to join Europe. This did happen. He will be remembered.