# Cyprus police probe Roman Abramovich's financial and tax affairs

Cyprus police are investigating the financial and tax affairs of Roman Abramovich, the sanctioned Russian billionaire and former Chelsea owner. The probe adds to the mounting legal and regulatory scrutiny facing Abramovich since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. It signals widening efforts by EU authorities to examine the offshore financial dealings of Russian oligarchs.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Business
- [The Guardian Biz](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/22/cyprus-police-investigate-financial-tax-affairs-roman-abramovich-chelsea) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:53:22 GMT

### World
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c875p1yy90ryo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:14:37 GMT