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Taliban Suspends Chess in Afghanistan Over Sharia Law Concerns

Kumari Sonali

Taliban Suspends Chess in Afghanistan Over Sharia Law Concerns:

The Taliban regime in Afghanistan has officially suspended the sport of chess, citing concerns over its compatibility with Islamic law. The move, announced on May 12, 2025, reflects the Taliban’s ongoing imposition of stricter regulations on recreational and cultural activities since regaining power in August 2021. The ban is temporary, pending review by religious authorities, but has already impacted everyday life in Kabul and beyond.

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