FIDE
Coverage of FIDE in the Nexus archive.
- 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.
- Russian FIDE Chief Steps Aside After EU Sanctions Over Ukraine
FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich suspended his duties after the EU sanctioned him over actions linked to Russia’s occupation of Ukrainian territory. Viswanathan Anand will serve as interim president.
- Could Russia be about to lose its grip on chess leadership?
Russians have long controlled the governing body of international chess, but two Germans are now competing for FIDE's top leadership position.
- International chess federation sanctions Kramnik
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has sanctioned Grandmaster Vladimir Kramnik through its Ethics and Disciplinary Commission. The decision was made in a case involving Kramnik, though specific details are not provided in the content.