**International Olympic Committee Rejects Spanish Calls to Expel Israel from 2026 Olympics**
The Spanish Prime Minister recently called for Israeli teams to be barred from participating in the 2026 Olympic Games, citing the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict as the reason for this demand. However, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has officially rejected these calls, emphasizing the importance of keeping politics separate from sports and allowing all qualified athletes to compete.
At the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games, Israel was proudly represented by flag bearers Romi Paritzki and Tom Reuveny, showcasing the country’s commitment to the Olympic spirit despite the current tensions.
*(Photo credit: Rob Schumacher/USA Today Sports)*
By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/sports/article-868003
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