in-cyprus13 Jul 2026

Mafia boss’s UAE arrest attracts Russia’s interest; Cyprus Police follows developments

Russia is reported to be showing interest in the case of the man known as “Edik,” who, according to information, is currently in the hands of authorities in Dubai.

Edik has been presented as the leader of a Russian-Ukrainian gang blamed for the killing of senior Greek Mafia figures, having reportedly expanded its activities into Cyprus....

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