2023-12-01 22:51:03
Calls for Boycott of Israel in Sports Increase Amid Prolonged War
As the conflict in Israel continues to escalate, pressure is mounting in the sports world for a boycott of the country. Maxim Mitropanov, the Secretary General of the Russian Football Federation, has added his voice to the chorus of those calling for action.
“They said that football is above politics, so why does UEFA show loyalty to Israel from the first moment while they despise us? If we are suspended from UEFA, Israel should not participate in any framework either,” Mitropanov stated.
These comments come on the heels of a letter sent by Russia’s Deputy Minister of Sports Amir Khamitov to UEFA and FIFA, urging for an equal ruling between Russia and Israel. The letter also called for Russia to be allowed to compete in European events as long as playing teams also participate.
The growing pressure on UEFA is raising questions about the organization’s stance on the conflict in Israel. With increasing calls for a boycott, the issue is likely to continue to gain attention in the coming weeks.
The Israeli national team, in particular, is facing scrutiny as the conflict persists. As the war rages on, the debate over sports and politics is becoming increasingly intertwined, and the pressure on sports organizations to take a stand is only growing.
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