Israelis Barred From World Chess Championship In Malaysia
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Two Israeli chess players, including Lior Aizenberg, have been excluded from the World Amateur Chess Championships in Malaysia, despite FIDE's pledge to facilitate their participation. Aizenberg stated Malaysian authorities are preventing Israelis from competing under their national identity. FIDE had previously committed to assisting with visas, and its invitations were open to all national federations. This incident occurs amidst a broader trend of boycotts against Israel in international sports.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israeli chess players Lior Aizenberg and another competitor were barred from the World Amateur Chess Championships in Malaysia.
- Aizenberg stated Malaysian authorities are unwilling to allow Israelis to represent Israel in the competition.
- FIDE, the world chess governing body, had pledged to help secure visas for Israeli players.
- Malaysia does not have diplomatic relations with Israel and has recently deported dual citizens with Israeli passports.
- The exclusion follows a global increase in calls to boycott Israel in sports and arts.
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