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Russian Diplomat Linked to Intelligence Agency - Potential Violation of International Conventions

Published January 14, 2026, 06:23
Russian Diplomat Linked to Intelligence Agency - Potential Violation of International Conventions

A Russian diplomat who worked at the Russian embassy in Nicosia has been revealed to be an agent of the GRU, the Russian military intelligence service, according to a Russian special investigator. His death raises questions about potential violations of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, given the activities of the embassy. The case is under investigation and is expected to have further implications for bilateral relations. The exact cause of death has not yet been announced, but the link to the GRU adds a level of complexity to the investigation.