As Paris 2024 Olympics Approach, Speculation Arises on Possible Israel Ban Similar to Russia”
With the 2024 Olympics in Paris drawing nearer, an article in The Nation delves into the prospect of Israel facing a ban from the event due to its involvement in the Gaza conflict.
Known for its progressive standpoint, the article explores potential parallels with Russia’s recent Olympic ban and raises questions about whether Israel’s athletes might be compelled to compete under a neutral flag.
By highlighting the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) decision to ban Russia as a nation from the upcoming Olympics, the piece speculates on potential consequences for Israel. It considers scenarios where Israeli annexation of territories with Palestinian sports organizations could lead the IOC to insist on neutral participation.
The article also underscores the IOC’s past decisions, such as FIFA’s apparent indifference to Israeli military actions against Palestinian soccer players, suggesting that these could influence the IOC’s stance.
