India, March 20 -- Days after Koneru Humpy told Hindustan Times she might withdraw from the Candidates tournament in Cyprus over safety concerns due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, German entrepreneur Wadim Rosenstein has made an offer to the world chess governing body, Fide, to host the elite event in Germany.

The Candidates tournament is scheduled to take place in the Mediterranean island of Cyprus between March 28-April 16.

"I'm closely following the current situation in Cyprus and understand that it is becoming increasingly critical. With Koneru Humpy reportedly considering her participation in the Candidates tour, it becomes even more important to ensure that all players can compete in a safe and stable environment," Rosenst...