Russia Allegedly Planned Assassinations of Opposition Figures Kasparov and Ponomarev in U.S.

Russian operatives allegedly planned to assassinate opposition figures Garry Kasparov and Ilya Ponomarev in the United States, according to reports. The alleged plot has raised concerns about transnational repression and the safety of Kremlin critics living abroad. U.S. authorities are expected to investigate the claims, determine whether threats were credible, and assess any links to Russian security services. Kasparov and Ponomarev have both criticized President Vladimir Putin, making the reported allegations especially significant for opposition communities overseas and exiled activists.