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Two countries [US & Israel] booed at Olympics opening ceremony despite stern warning (www.independent.co.uk)

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US Vice President JD Vance endured a chorus of “boos” as US athletes began their march at the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony, after Israeli athletes faced the same unwarm welcome.

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[–] deacon@lemmy.world 10 points 1 month ago (1 children)

They usually let them compete under the Olympic flag I believe

[–] GreatWhite_Shark_EarthAndBeingsRightsPerson@piefed.social 1 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

That what must happen to Israeli & USA & EU & Ukraine & Russia athletes, that have not been soldiers. Of course since it is mandatory in Israel, there might not be any athletes from Israel competing.