"Candidates is already over!" — Nepo On Sindarov's 2-Point Lead

https://rookreview.com/news/candidates-is-already-over-nepo-on-sindarovs-2-point-lead

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What has conflict in Iran revealed about the UK’s geopolitical standing and military readiness?

For one, maintaining the so-called 'sovereign' (i.e. colonial) bases on #Cyprus endangers 10,000 Cypriot citizens.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/08/conflict-iran-us-uk-geopolitical-standing-military-readiness-explainer

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Iranian Drone Struck by Russian Tech Loophole

A shocking discovery has linked a Russian navigation module, first found in Ukrainian drones, to an Iranian drone that struck a British air base in Cyprus, revealing a surprising exchange of weapons technology between the two nations. This finding changes the game for battlefield testing and weapons development.

https://osintsights.com/iranian-drone-struck-by-russian-tech-loophole

#IranianShahed #RussianKometab #Ukraine #Cyprus #RafAkrotiri

There's a 5-way tie for first place in the Women's Candidates tournament: Anna Muzychuk, Divya Deshmukh, Zhu Jiner and Kataryna Lagno. This can be anyone's tournament with 6 rounds to go.

In the open section Javokhir Sindarov's lead is now a full 2 points as Fabiano Caruana loses and Anish Giri moves alongside him into a tie for second.

See all the round 8 games here:
https://lichess.org/broadcast/fide-candidates-2026--combined-open--women/round-8/vDnWXRR4

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Women's Candidates Day 8: Five-Way Tie At The Top

https://rookreview.com/news/women-candidates-day-8-five-way-tie-at-the-top

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Candidates Day 8: Esipenko Drew With Sindarov

https://rookreview.com/news/candidates-day-8-esipenko-drew-with-sindarov

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Niemann: “ChessCom are power hungry, corrupt, and willing to do whatever it takes to maintain their monopoly!”

https://rookreview.com/news/niemann-chesscom-are-power-hungry-corrupt-and-willing-to-do-whatever-it-takes-to-maintain-their-monopoly

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