Kasparov Urges Romanians to Reject Interference, Support Lasconi
Former Chess Champion Warns Against Kremlin Interference
[High-resolution image of Garry Kasparov]
Garry Kasparov, a fierce critic of Vladimir Putin and former world champion chess player residing in the United States, has released a video message directly addressing Romanians ahead of their upcoming elections.
"I urge you to choose championing freedom! Support Lasconi and reject Georgescu and his fascist and criminal supporters in the Kremlin. God bless you!" Kasparov stated.
Kasparov didn’t technically request Romanians abstain from voting. However, he expresses that he does not wanting to interfere in Romania’s domestic policy.
However, he feels it’s his duty as a Russian to expose the nefarious actions of his homeland. "The Putin regime has engaged in cyberattacks and influencing the you, aiming to support minimal, particularly Georgescu. These are the same individuals now brazenly violating Romania’s sovereignty. They robbed an entire generation of my countrymen, stealing their freedom and a decent life." "You bravely fought to join free and prosperous Europe. I wouldn’t want to see you endure the same fate and urge you to choose freedom by supporting Lasconi and cast aside Georgescu, alongside the Kremlin’s fascist and criminal stances. God bless you!”
KG
Do you believe Kasparov’s warning about Russian interference in Romanian politics is credible?
**Interviewer:** Kasparov’s intervention in Romanian politics is certainly bold. Some might view it as a necessary warning against foreign interference, while others might see it as inappropriate meddling from an outsider. What do you think about Kasparov’s call to support Lasconi and reject Georgescu? Does his message resonate with you?