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FIFA Congress Clash: Palestinian FA Chief Refuses Handshake with Israeli Official
May 1, 2026
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Tensions flared at the FIFA Congress 2026 in Vancouver after Palestinian Football Association president Jibril Rajoub refused to shake hands with an Israeli football official, highlighting the deep political divide spilling into global sport. The incident comes as FIFA reiterated its commitment to unity and fighting racism, but criticism over its stance on Israel and West Bank settlement clubs has intensified.
Watch for the full breakdown of what happened, why it matters, and how geopolitics continues to shape international football. #fifa #palestine #israel #football #news #middleeast #sports #fifacongress --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndotcom/ Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/dawn_com Website: www.dawn.com Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
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