6 Jun 2013 15:25

Kasparov decides not to return to Russia

MOSCOW. June 6 (Interfax) - Garry Kasparov, a former World Chess Champion and currently a prominent opposition activist, has said he decided not to return to Russia from abroad for the time being.

Speaking at a press conference in Geneva, Kasparov said he had great doubts that, when he returns to Russia, he would be able to leave it to travel somewhere, and therefore decided to refrain from returning to Russia for some time.

An audio recording of Kasparov's statement is available on www.kasparov.com.

He said his decision is related to investigations against political activists in Russia.