Chess
Jewish Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president
I do not feel enough strength within me to take on the historic responsibility of uniting a divided nation, so I am unable to accept the request," Polgar said in a Facebook post.
Jewish chess trailblazer Judit Polgár tapped for Hungary's presidency
Israeli Grandmaster takes gold at World Deaf Chess Championship, secures spot at Deaflympics
Miracle in Sinaia: Israeli underdogs break Soviet chess dominance in 1965
Chess turns enemies into mates, as Israel, Iran, Libya join virtual game
The event included 435 players from around the world.
The Queen's Gambit inspires Israel's 40th chess championship
"We consider chess a challenging, sharp and competitive sport, which is known for its development of thought, creativity and cognitive abilities."
Jerusalem Chess Club gets new permanent home
The Jerusalem Municipality, along with the help of an anonymous donor, has allowed the club to establish a permanent residence in the Jerusalem German Colony neighborhood.
Chess tournament strengthens ties between Israel-West African countries
Over 180 people from West African countries competed in the event, including the countries of Niger and Algeria who do not have diplomatic ties with Israel.
The Iranian Queen’s Gambit meets Israel’s Sicilian defense
Using a live chess theory approach, we can identify Iran’s strategic moves in real time and examine what are its goals. Ultimately, the most important question is: Will Tehran use nuclear weapons?
Chess event promotes solidarity between Jews and Arabs
Nearly 100 participants took part in the event, which was broadcast live in both Arabic and Hebrew
Israelis and Lithuanians compete in chess event to strengthen ties
The event, which was held online, was attended by 191 participants from both countries.
Israelis, Serbs compete in chess tournament for Independence Day
The ceremony for the chess event was also attended by Israeli Ambassador to Serbia H.E. Yahel Vilan.
Chess grandmasters resume COVID-delayed tournament in Russia
Organizers said the eight players taking part would be tested for COVID-19 no earlier than 72 hours before the tournament and would not be required to wear masks. Handshakes are also optional.
Online chess event takes place in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day
Participating nations included Sudan, Morocco, Indonesia, Abu Dhabi and others who do not have diplomatic ties with Israel.