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MOSCOW, Sep 22, Oleg Bogatov. GM Sergey Karyakin announced that the completion the term of suspension from participation in tournaments under the auspices of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) is a cause for joy, but he will not play in tournaments that will be held in countries unfriendly to Russia. On March 21, FIDE suspended Karjakin for six months due to support for a special operation in Ukraine . For this reason, the Russian could not take part in the tournament of contenders for the world crown, which took place in late June — early July. «As I was informed, I already officially have the right to participate in tournaments,» said Karyakin. On the other hand, I am in no hurry to rejoice until I start taking part in tournaments, because FIDE can always change its mind if the Western public or Western chess players put pressure on it. «If they take place in countries that are unfriendly to us, then, in my opinion, it is simply impossible to go there. Accordingly, if I actually take part in tournaments, I will be satisfied. But it is too early to talk about this.» will announce where the world championships in rapid chess and blitz will be held, where the World Cup will take place, — added the interlocutor of the agency. — This information is now very important for understanding the situation. If I have the opportunity to play in these competitions, then of course I would take part in them. These are my favorite tournaments and I don't usually miss them. But we will wait for information and how the situation will develop in the future.» As a rule, FIDE holds the world rapid and blitz championships at the end of December. The 2023 World Cup will be one of the selection stages for the 2024 Candidates Tournament.