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Claire, a 50-year-old economics teacher, and her daughter, Arielle, 16, bought an Israeli flag. Not, until now, did the mother and family (who did not want to give their family name) feel the need to have the brand of the Hebrew Nation. Even less to carry on his back when entering the grounds of the Parc des Princes, in Paris, where he played the Israel-Mali men’s football match on Wednesday, July 24. The meeting was held under heavy police surveillance, two days before the official opening of the 2024 Games But the terrorist attack carried out by Hamas on October 7, 2023 shocked this family of French Jews.
“Usually, we have the flag of France. But we want and need to support Israel with everything that has happened since then, the tragic atmosphere here”explains Claire, focusing specifically on the support of La France insoumise for the Palestinians. “The flag also lets athletes see that they are welcome in Paris”the teacher continues, influenced by the exodus of the Jews and the progress of anti-Semitic acts.
“My grandfather was in Verdun, during the First World War, if I had to leave the country, it would mean that I would become a prisoner”, added the mother, who no longer uses her maiden name in her daily life so as not to be identified for her religion. Her daughter never told anyone, except her closest, oldest friends, that she was Jewish. “And tonight, I’m walking with an Israeli flag on me in the street! »
“The kidnappers are still being held”
Yaël Yermia, 54, is not a regular supporter. Being in the match, and the standard of the Hebrew State, is for your answers to “Calls to Hate”. “They attacked Israel, the settlers are still there”says this communication employee, who has been for months in all the demonstrations in support of the people kidnapped and held by Hamas. “People need to understand that when someone comes to get us, we are there. » Including in the stands of a stadium. With if the Israeli team’s chances of a medal are reduced in this discipline. “The result of the game is really not the point! », said Abigail Malka, 29, with a beer in hand, came with two friends. None of them are really football fans.
“It is very important to show our support in the current climate”, justified the girl. Three night fans were ready to answer the whistles against Israel – the anthem was really loud before it started. They were also prepared for the idea of seeing Palestinian flags, a handful of which were found in the stands.
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