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Chess Federation of Russia
Coverage of Chess Federation of Russia in the Nexus archive.
Arkady Dvorkovichperson1European Unionorganization1International Chess Federationorganization1FIDEorganization1Viswanathan Anandperson1Vladimir Putinperson1Ethics and Disciplinary Commissionorganization1World Chessorganization1Russiaplace1Court of Arbitration for Sportorganization1Ukraineplace1occupied Ukrainetopic1
- World chess chief steps aside after EU sanctions
Arkady Dvorkovich, Russia’s deputy prime minister and president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), suspended his duties after the European Union sanctioned him for actions undermining Ukraine’s territorial integrity. Dvorkovich called the sanctions 'unlawful and unfair' and stated he would remain suspended until EU and Swiss sanctions are lifted. FIDE Deputy President Viswanathan Anand will assume his duties.
- World Chess Suspends Russia Over Events in Occupied Ukraine
World Chess has suspended Russia over events in occupied Ukraine. The suspension will last three years or until the Chess Federation of Russia complies with an order from the Court of Arbitration for Sport.