annie alexui — Cyprus is considering sending a two-member team to Moscow to question 43-year-old Ioanna Fotiou, known on social media as Annie Alexui, who remains wanted under international and European arrest warrants.
- As the situation unfolds, Cyprus remains vigilant, balancing legal protocols with the complexities of international relations.
According to information obtained by philenews, Cypriot authorities are contemplating this move to avoid direct police involvement, as Fotiou is currently subject to arrest warrants issued due to allegations of spreading false news.
Justice Minister Costas Fytiris is reportedly in discussions with the foreign ministry and the Law Office regarding the logistics of the mission. The plan includes appointing a criminal investigator and a justice ministry official to gather information from Fotiou.
Fotiou’s distrust of the police, particularly in Paphos, has influenced the decision to approach the situation delicately. Officials have indicated that any statements made by her will be scrutinised, but the method of recording these statements is still under discussion.
The proposed team would consist of a former legal professional appointed as a criminal investigator, who would travel to Moscow once Russian authorities grant the necessary permissions. Diplomatic contacts are ongoing, and a request has already been sent to clarify Fotiou’s residency status, including whether she has received asylum, which would affect the investigators’ ability to meet with her.
The Law Office is currently evaluating statements made by Fotiou in various online videos, working in coordination with both the justice ministry and the police. The foreign ministry’s involvement has also been noted, signalling the seriousness with which Cyprus is approaching this situation.
Further developments are anticipated in the coming days, with decisions likely to be made next week. Minister Fytiris has expressed a willingness to examine all claims made by Fotiou, assessing the potential evidential value of what she may present.
As the situation unfolds, Cyprus remains vigilant, balancing legal protocols with the complexities of international relations.
