In a shocking incident, Russian chess player Amina Abakarova has been suspended after being accused of poisoning her childhood rival, Umayganat Osmanova, by lacing her chess pieces with deadly mercury. The incident occurred during a tournament in Makhachkala, southern Russia, and was captured on CCTV, which later went viral. The footage shows Abakarova entering the venue, approaching her opponent's table, and discreetly spilling the toxic substance on the chessboard and pieces. Osmanova fell ill during the tournament and required immediate medical attention. According to reports, Abakarova has been arrested and faces at least three years in prison if found guilty. The motive behind the poisoning was reportedly "personal hostility," as Abakarova admitted to harbouring resentment after being defeated by Osmanova in a previous regional contest. Russian Airbase in Rostov Hit by Large Explosions, Warehouse Facilities in Morozovsky Damaged (Watch Video).

Russian Chess Player Poisons Rival

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