Death of Russian Embassy Employee in Cyprus
January 12, 2026
The Russian Embassy in Cyprus announced the death of its employee, A.V. Panov, by hanging. The embassy described it as a 'deep personal tragedy' and is providing support to his family. His body is expected to be repatriated to Moscow. There were delays in informing the Cypriot authorities, and the police were not allowed to enter the embassy for investigation. The death is considered a suicide, with the embassy stating that a letter is to be sent to Moscow.