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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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[–] clot27@lemmy.zip 17 points 23 hours ago (3 children)

Why is israel allowed to play but not russia again?

[–] KiloGex@lemmy.world 8 points 20 hours ago (1 children)

Russia was caught doping. It has nothing to do with politics.

[–] clot27@lemmy.zip 1 points 14 hours ago (1 children)

Sure, buddy

[–] KiloGex@lemmy.world 0 points 14 hours ago

Yes, pal.

[–] Evotech@lemmy.world 3 points 20 hours ago

Because Israel and USA are buddies

[–] EndlessNightmare@reddthat.com 1 points 17 hours ago

I'm surprised they are even in it, given that they aren't exactly known for their "wintry" climate. I guess it's like the Jamaican bobsledding team.