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Mysterious Death of Russian Embassy Official Under Investigation – Found Dead in His Office

Published January 12, 2026, 08:17
Mysterious Death of Russian Embassy Official Under Investigation – Found Dead in His Office

Cypriot authorities are investigating the death of a high-ranking official at the Russian Embassy in Nicosia. The man was found dead in his office, however, the Embassy informed the authorities with a delay and did not allow immediate access to the building for investigations. According to the Embassy, the death was due to suicide and there is a related letter, which however will be sent to Moscow. The autopsy is expected to shed light on the circumstances of death. The Cypriot Ministry of Foreign Affairs and security services are closely monitoring the case.