Moscow Court Upholds Kasparov's Arrest in Absentia as Foreign Agent
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- •The Moscow City Court issued its ruling on February 25, 2026.
- •Garry Kasparov was arrested in absentia under charges linked to his designation as a foreign agent.
- •Kasparov is currently outside Russia and has not appeared in court.
- •The court confirmed Kasparov's status as a convicted person who has escaped justice.
- •The decision was reported by Russian news outlets including RIA Novosti and Kommersant.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Russian authorities seek Kasparov's extradition from his current country Kasparov could face arrest and trial in Russia, impacting his international movements and political activities.
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