Cyprus's Decision on Igor Grechushkin
September 25, 2025
Cyprus is tasked with deciding the fate of Igor Grechushkin, who is wanted by Lebanon for the 2020 Beirut explosion. Grechushkin, a Cypriot citizen, was arrested in Bulgaria based on a request from the Lebanese government. EU's Petruhhin ruling allows Cyprus the option to prosecute him instead of extraditing him. Although Cypriot authorities are informed about the case, they do not have an extradition agreement with Lebanon. Cyprus's decision will impact its relations with Lebanon and the EU.