Putin Threat: Kasparov Says US Warned Him of Danger to His Life

Russian dissident and former chess world champion Garry Kasparov said on Tuesday that the United States had warned him of a danger to his life. In a statement, Kasparov revealed that US authorities had informed him of a threat, underscoring the risks faced by prominent critics of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Kasparov, who has lived in exile for years, has been a vocal opponent of Putin and has repeatedly warned about the Kremlin's targeting of dissidents. "My family and I will not truly be safe as long as Putin is in power," Kasparov said, according to BBC News. The warning comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and the West and follows a pattern of threats and attacks against Putin's critics abroad.

The disclosure raises fresh concerns about the safety of Russian opposition figures living in the West and may prompt increased security measures. It also adds pressure on Western governments to protect dissidents. The US government has not publicly commented on the warning, and it remains unclear what specific threat prompted it. Kasparov's case highlights the long reach of Russian security services and the dangers faced by those who challenge the Kremlin.