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Israeli Players Excluded from World Indoor Bowls Championships Amid Political Tensions

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Israeli Players Excluded from World Indoor Bowls Championships Amid Political Tensions

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  • Israeli players have been **excluded from the World Indoor Bowls Championships** due to a campaign led by pro-Palestinian groups.
  • The **World Bowls Tour (WBT)** cited political concerns stemming from Israel's prior participation in a Scottish tournament.
  • Local parliamentarians and Jewish organizations have **condemned the decision**, claiming it constitutes discrimination based on nationality.
  • The decision affects players, including **Daniel Alomin**, who has been withdrawn from the singles draw.
  • World Bowls stated that there is **no affiliation** between them and WBT, emphasizing that all member countries, including Israel, remain eligible for their events.

Read more: http://reuters.com/world/middle-east/israelis-barred-world-indoor-bowls-championships-2024-12-31/


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