Malcolm Pein

Chess Correspondent for The Telegraph and International Master. Runs a charity called Chess in Schools and Communities.

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Aug 8, 2025 • 49min

Russians panic over 'new Operation Spiderweb’ & Trump abandons three-way talks with Putin and Zelensky

Malcolm Pein, a Chess Correspondent for The Telegraph and International Master, discusses the evolving geopolitical landscape as Trump rescinds plans for a summit with Putin and Zelensky amidst economic instability in Russia. He highlights Ukraine's rich chess history, illustrating resilience through an underground junior tournament in Odessa. The conversation also touches on the controversial UEFA payments to Russian clubs, underscoring the ongoing cultural and diplomatic significance of chess in Ukraine's narrative during conflict.

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