VOICED: Libia, sin Gadafi vuelve el boxeo

In Tripoli, young Libyans are rediscovering boxing after a 30-year ban. Idris, a former professional boxer, reflects on the past prohibition and the current challenges faced by the sport in Libya. Despite the need for better facilities and professional trainers, the new generation is ambitious, aiming for international competitions. Since Gaddafi's fall, many youths have turned to boxing as a peaceful form of combat.

What event marked the end of Idris's professional boxing career?

• A world championship in Argentina

• A local championship in Libya

• A regional competition in Tunisia

• A national tournament in Egypt

Why was boxing banned in Libya for over 30 years?

• It was considered too expensive

• It was seen as a savage sport

• It was not popular among the youth

• It was difficult to organize

What does Idris need to overcome the challenges in training new boxers?

• More students

• Better equipment and professional trainers

• International recognition

• Government support

What is the ambition of the new generation of Libyan boxers?

• To open more boxing clubs in Libya

• To participate in international competitions

• To become trainers themselves

• To popularize boxing in schools

What significant change occurred in Libya after Gaddafi's capture and assassination?

• Boxing was banned again

• Many young Libyans laid down arms

• Many young Libyans took up arms

• Boxing became the national sport