Arkady Dvorkovich, President of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), has announced that he is stepping aside after being included in the European Union's latest sanctions package.
Arkady Dvorkovich. Stock photo: Getty Images
Arkady Dvorkovich, President of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), has announced that he is stepping aside after being included in the European Union's latest sanctions package.
Source: FIDE press service
Details: For now, the move is temporary and Viswanathan Anand, FIDE Deputy President and 15th World Chess Champion, is assuming the president's duties.
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