Israelis Barred From World Amateur Chess Championship in Malaysia
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Israelis are unable to compete in the World Amateur Chess Championship in Malaysia due to the country's entry ban on Israeli citizens. Activist Lior Eisenberg confirmed the exclusion and called for the event's relocation. Malaysia's policy conflicts with FIDE's regulations, which previously committed to holding events only where all players are guaranteed entry. This follows similar incidents, including Pakistan refusing to play Israel in a chess tournament.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israelis are barred from the World Amateur Chess Championship in Malaysia due to the host country's entry restrictions.
- Activist Lior Eisenberg confirmed the exclusion and called for FIDE to relocate the event.
- Malaysia's policy prohibits Israeli citizens from entering the country.
- The situation conflicts with FIDE's commitment to ensure access for all member federations' players.
- This follows other recent incidents of boycotts against Israeli chess players.
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