Erbil hosts international chess championship
2025-09-11T22:49:09+00:00
Shafaq News – Erbil
A three-day international chess tournament opened Thursday in Erbil, bringing together more than 150 players from at least five countries.
Shafaq News correspondent said the opening ceremony was attended by local and international participants.
The Erbil Province authorities considered hosting the tournament, highlighting “the growing popularity of chess in both the Kurdistan Region and Iraq,” adding that the competition enhances the city’s profile on the international sports map.
