Pakistan hand Israel 4-0 win after refusing to play at FIDE World Chess Olympiad
In a bold move reflecting its political stance, Pakistan forfeited its opening match at the FIDE World Chess Olympiad, demonstrating solidarity with the Palestinian people by adhering to its policy of non-recognition of Israel.
As a result, Israel clinched a default victory with a score of four-zero in the Open section.
Despite this setback, Pakistan remains eligible to participate in the upcoming rounds of the Olympiad.
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