A critic of Putin's war in Ukraine has been found dead in London. The Russian journalist and chef Alexei Zimin died at the age of 53, reported the publication Afisha. The cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Alexei Zimin built a distinguished career ...

A London-based Russian chef and Putin critic has died mysteriously aged 52. Alexei Zimin, who ran the Zima restaurant and media organisation in Soho, was found dead, with no reason given for his death. Relatives said he had not been ill. He leaves behind a wife and three young daughters.

Alexei Zimin, 52, who owned Zima restaurant in Soho, reportedly died on a trip to Belgrade. His television gastronomic show was abruptly cancelled in 2022.