Garry Kasparov may have made chess history by making the world bow to Russia, but he was arrested in his own country, accused of being a terrorist and agent of foreign powers.
The court in the city of Syktyvkar announced that it had arrested Kasparov in absentia, as well as former member of the Russian parliament Gennady Gudkov along with Ivan Tyutrin co-founder of the Free Russia Forum, as well as former environmental activist Yevgenia Chirikova.
The four defendants face allegations of forming a terrorist organization and taking money from foreign interests to act as agents, the Mirror reported.
“The court chose a measure of restraint for Garry Kasparov, Gennady Gudkov, Yevgenia Chirikova and Ivan Tyutrin, who are accused of founding and leading a terrorist organization, financing terrorist activity and publicly justifying it,” the official decision said.
Garry Kasparov, who lives abroad, posted on the X platform and criticized his arrest, while also firing shots at Putin, as he has strongly criticized the Russian president in the past.
“Absentee arrest is definitely the best way I’ve ever been arrested! Also, I’m in good company. I’m sure all of us are equally honored that Putin’s state of terror is spending time that would otherwise be spent on prosecutions and murders,” the legendary chess player wrote on social media.
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Garry Kasparov: From Chess Legend to Accused Terrorist and Agent of Foreign Powers
Garry Kasparov, the former world chess champion, has made history not only in the world of chess but also in the realm of politics. Known for his outspoken criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kasparov has recently found himself on the wrong side of the Russian authorities, accused of being a terrorist and agent of foreign powers.
The Arrest and Allegations
In a shocking turn of events, the court in the city of Syktyvkar announced that it had arrested Kasparov in absentia, along with three others: former member of the Russian parliament Gennady Gudkov, Ivan Tyutrin co-founder of the Free Russia Forum, and former environmental activist Yevgenia Chirikova. The four defendants face allegations of forming a terrorist organization and taking money from foreign interests to act as agents [The Mirror].
According to the official decision, ”The court chose a measure of restraint for Garry Kasparov, Gennady Gudkov, Yevgenia Chirikova and Ivan Tyutrin, who are accused of founding and leading a terrorist organization, financing terrorist activity and publicly justifying it” [The Mirror].
Kasparov’s Response
Garry Kasparov, who lives abroad, took to the X platform to criticize his arrest, firing shots at Putin in the process. “Absentee arrest is definitely the best way I’ve ever been arrested! Also, I’m in good company. I’m sure all of us are equally honored that Putin’s state of terror is spending time that would otherwise be spent on prosecutions and murders” [The Mirror].
Russia’s Crackdown on Dissent
This incident is not an isolated one. In recent years, Russia has been cracking down on dissent and opposition voices, labeling them as terrorists and agents of foreign powers. Kasparov’s addition to Russia’s list of “terrorists and extremists” is a testament to this trend [Politico EU] [AA.com.tr] [Le Monde].
Russia’s financial monitoring agency added Kasparov to its list of “terrorists and extremists” in March 2024, a move seen as a clear attempt to silence his vocal criticism of the Russian government [Politico EU] [AA.com.tr] [Le Monde].
A chess Legend Turned Political Activist
Garry Kasparov’s journey from being a world chess champion to a political activist is a remarkable one. His criticisms of Putin and the Russian government have made him a polarizing figure, with many regarding him as a hero for standing up against authoritarianism.
However, the Russian authorities see him as a threat to their power and have taken drastic measures to silence him. Kasparov’s arrest in absentia and labeling as a terrorist and agent of foreign powers are clear attempts to discredit him and undermine his credibility.
As the world watches, Kasparov remains defiant, continuing to speak out against the Russian government’s human rights abuses and authoritarian tendencies. His bravery in the face of adversity is an inspiration to many, and his legacy as a chess legend and political activist will continue to endure.
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Chess legend Karpov
Garry Kasparov: From Chess Legend to Accused Terrorist and Agent of Foreign Powers
Garry Kasparov, the former world chess champion, has made history not only in the world of chess but also in the realm of politics. Known for his outspoken criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kasparov has recently found himself on the wrong side of the Russian authorities, accused of being a terrorist and agent of foreign powers.
The Arrest and Allegations
In a shocking turn of events, the court in the city of Syktyvkar announced that it had arrested Kasparov in absentia, along with three others: former member of the Russian parliament Gennady Gudkov, Ivan Tyutrin co-founder of the Free Russia Forum, and former environmental activist Yevgenia Chirikova. The four defendants face allegations of forming a terrorist organization and taking money from foreign interests to act as agents [The Mirror].
Kasparov’s Response
Garry Kasparov, who lives abroad, took to the X platform to criticize his arrest, firing shots at Putin in the process. “Absentee arrest is definitely the best way I’ve ever been arrested! Also, I’m in good company. I’m sure all of us are equally honored that Putin’s state of terror is spending time that would otherwise be spent on prosecutions and murders” [The Mirror].
Russia’s Crackdown on Dissent
This incident is not an isolated one. In recent years, Russia has been cracking down on dissent and opposition voices, labeling them as terrorists and agents of foreign powers. Kasparov’s addition to Russia’s list of “terrorists and extremists” is a testament to this
