Kasparov cancels his trip to Berlin due to the risk of being assassinated by Russia: "If they can reach me here, they can reach anyone"

Garry Kasparov has canceled his Berlin trip due to security warnings about a Russian assassination plot against him. He emphasized the threat to himself and others, criticizing Europe for its ties to Putin. Kasparov, who has increased his security in the U.S., revealed that both he and his collaborator received warnings from U.S. and Lithuanian security services. He expressed disappointment with Western leaders for not taking the threat seriously until the Ukraine war. Kasparov remains committed to advocating for military and economic support for Ukraine, stating that he will not hide while Putin is in power.