Nodirbek Abdusattorov says he skipped events in Israel and used to be a ‘Trumpist’

Uzbekistan's top chess player, Nodirbek Abdusattorov, has spoken out about his former "Trumpist" beliefs and his refusal to play in tournaments in Israel. During an interview on the Lolazor podcast, Abdusattorov explained that he has turned down invitations to play in Israel due to his opposition to the country's actions in the occupied Palestinian territories.

In September 2022, a UN report accused Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Amnesty International has also accused Israel of subjecting the population to mass starvation, killings, displacement, and destruction of homes. Abdusattorov has previously expressed support for Trump, stating that he believed Trump would have been a better president than Kamala Harris.

However, he now feels that his earlier views may be in question. When discussing global conflicts, Abdusattorov expressed concern over the ongoing wars, stating that they seem to be escalating rather than winding down.