Cyprus Mail15 Jun 2026

Supreme court rejects challenge to Russian’s detention in extradition case

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a legal challenge from a Russian national detained in Larnaca as part of extradition proceedings to the United States, ruling that his arrest and continued custody were lawful.

He had been arrested on May 9 at Larnaca airport following an Interpol notice from US authorities alleging conspiracy and money laundering offences between April 2023 and June 2025....

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