Israel seeks compensation from Saudi for denying Visa to her Chess Players

First time International Chess tournament is scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia. According to the International Chess Association rules, no one from any country can be denied entry to compete in the tournament.

Hosting country Saudi Arabia has first denied entry to Iran, Quarter and Israel players to participate in the tournament. But after successful negotiations done by respective countries, Iran and Quater players were given Visa to enable them participate in the tournament. However, Israel was continued to be denied Visa.

Hence, Israel decided to claim compensation from Saudi Arabia for denying Visa to Israel chess players.