Arkady Dvorkovich, a former Russian deputy prime minister who now leads world chess, faces an EU travel ban and an asset freeze under newly announced sanctions linked to Russia's war, according to the BBC.
Key facts
- Arkady Dvorkovich has been placed under EU sanctions, according to the BBC.
- The measures include an EU travel ban and an asset freeze.
- Dvorkovich is a former Russian deputy prime minister and now heads world chess.
- The BBC reports the sanctions are linked to Russia's war.
Arkady Dvorkovich, the head of world chess and a former Russian deputy prime minister, faces new restrictions after the European Union announced sanctions linked to Russia’s war, according to the BBC.
The measures place Dvorkovich under an EU travel ban and an asset freeze, steps that could affect his ability to travel within the bloc and access assets held there, the BBC reported.
Dvorkovich previously served as a deputy prime minister in the Russian government before taking on his current role in the world of chess, according to the BBC.
At this stage, the reporting confirms the nature of the sanctions against Dvorkovich but does not detail further specifics beyond the travel ban and asset freeze.
Why it matters
Sanctions against a prominent sporting figure who also held senior government office illustrate how measures tied to Russia's war can extend into international sport. The travel ban and asset freeze could affect Dvorkovich's ability to operate within the EU and raise questions about leadership in world chess.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Arkady Dvorkovich?
According to the BBC, Arkady Dvorkovich is the head of world chess and a former Russian deputy prime minister.
What sanctions has he been placed under?
The EU has imposed a travel ban and an asset freeze on Dvorkovich, the BBC reported.
Why were the sanctions announced?
The BBC reports the measures were announced by the EU in connection with Russia's war.