NewzOn October 2, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed decrees appointing Yuri Gorlach as the new Russian ambassador to Athens, Greece. Gorlach, a career diplomat who previously managed the Russian foreign ministry's crisis centre, replaces Andrei Maslov, who held the position for 12 years.
The diplomatic transition marks a significant change in Moscow's representation in Greece after over a decade under Maslov's tenure. The appointment of a specialized crisis management figure to the ambassadorial post highlights Moscow's specific personnel selection for the Athens diplomatic mission.
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