Russian Chef Critical of Putin Found Dead in Europe, Raising Suspicions
Alexei Zimin, a prominent Russian journalist and chef known for his outspoken criticism of the war in Ukraine, has been found dead in Belgrade, Serbia at the age of 52. Zimin, who had relocated to London in 2015 and launched a restaurant there, was a vocal opponent of the war and had been targeted by threats and cancellations following his anti-war stance. He had previously been a prominent figure in Russian media, working for publications like Afisha, GQ, and Gourmet, and had even hosted a popular cooking show before its cancellation in response to his anti-war statements. While the cause of his death remains unclear, the circumstances surrounding his passing raise concerns as the Kremlin has previously been accused of targeting anti-war critics and exiled Putin rivals abroad.
John Q. Hosedrinker