THE Taliban they added the chess to the list of activities forbidden in the country to new notice for fear that they can be a source of gambling and therefore they violate the morality. This was announced by a government official.
The chess “They are considered a means for betting money», Which is forbidden by the law on spread of virtue and the prevention of vice (PVPV), approved last year, he said Atal Mashwanispokesperson of the Sports Directorate. Being a topic of “religious issues»,” The chess will be suspended in Afghanistan Until these considerations are not addressed, “he added without specifying the penalty for the violation.
Azizullah Gulzada46 years old, owner of a Kabul bar where customers were gladly devoted to this game, he says he will enforce the ban, but is not convinced by religious arguments. “Many Muslim countries they have International players participating in International matches», He said toAFP. “Many young They came here every day, without money to bet on, “he adds, regretting the fact that they now have less excuses to gather.
After resuming power in 2021the authorities Taliban have gradually imposed their vision ultra- ofIslamforbidden some activities and sports: the cricket it is still widely practiced, but only among the men while at women It is forbidden to access parks, gyms, beauty salons And university.