In Toulouse, France, a man disrupted the Tour de France by protesting the presence of an Israel-based team. During the race’s 11th stage, Norwegian rider Jonas Abrahamsen narrowly beat Swiss rider Mauro Schmid in a photo finish. However, the final sprint was marred by a man running alongside, donning a T-shirt with the message “Israel out of the Tour” and waving a keffiyeh, a symbol of the Palestinian cause. A security guard quickly intervened to stop the man.
The Israel-Premier Tech team, which includes members from various countries, has faced criticism due to its association with Israel. Despite this, the team has secured three stage victories in past races. The ongoing conflict in the region, which has resulted in a significant number of casualties, adds to the tension surrounding the team’s participation. Israel and Hamas are currently considering a ceasefire proposal mediated by the U.S.
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