فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
In a controversial development, discussions about the gender identity of Algerian boxer Imane Khelif have escalated into a political issue between Italy and Algeria. The matter has sparked widespread reactions in the boxing world and Italian political circles.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated, “With these levels of testosterone, the competition cannot be considered fair. Athletes with masculine attributes should not be allowed to participate in women’s competitions to protect women’s rights.”
The controversy ignited following the defeat of Italian boxer Angela Carini against Imane Khelif. Several boxers, including Israel Adesanya, have publicly questioned Khelif’s true biological sex.
In Italy, the political debate surrounding this issue has intensified, with politician Matteo Salvini explicitly accusing Imane Khelif of being transgender.
This controversy comes at a time of increasing discussions about the participation of transgender athletes or those with atypical sexual characteristics in sports competitions, raising questions about fairness in sports and women’s rights.
So far, there has been no official comment from the Algerian side or from Imane Khelif herself regarding these accusations. This issue is expected to continue stirring debate and highlighting the challenges facing the sports world in dealing with issues of gender identity and fair competition.
