India pulls out of World Cadet Chess Championship amid Israel-Gaza conflict
1 year, 2 months ago

India pulls out of World Cadet Chess Championship amid Israel-Gaza conflict

The Hindu  

The Indian team has decided to withdraw from the World Cadet Chess Championship due to safety concerns. The All India Chess Federation said in a press release that the decision was made given the situation in Gaza and with the safety of the participants in mind. The release further stated that Sharm el-Sheikh is less than 400 km from the Israel border, and the conflict can significantly impact commercial airlines in the Middle East on short notice. The AICF official also confirmed that the Indian federation has requested the World Chess Body to postpone the tournament.

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Indian team withdraws from world cadet chess championship in Egypt

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Team India pulls out of World Cadet Chess Championship in Egypt midst Israel-Hamas war
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Team India pulls out of World Cadet Chess Championship in Egypt midst Israel-Hamas war

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