FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich steps aside from his duties after the European Union sanctions him over actions linked to Russia’s occupation of Ukrainian territory, according to multiple reports. Dvorkovich suspends his role and says the EU measures are “unlawful and unfair,” adding that he intends to contest the sanctions through legal channels. In the meantime, FIDE appoints former world champion Viswanathan Anand to serve as interim president. Both outlets describe Anand as taking over leadership responsibilities on an interim basis following Dvorkovich’s sideline. The reports do not provide additional details about the specific actions that led to the EU sanctions, nor do they outline a timeline for a permanent change in leadership. Separate coverage notes that India proceeds with preparations for the upcoming FIDE Chess Olympiad, naming squads that include D Gukesh and Koneru Humpy as team leaders. The overall development centers on the leadership adjustment at FIDE triggered by the EU sanctions and the interim role assumed by Anand.