The 1972 Munich Olympics massacre scarred Jewish history. Now, with Israeli athletes facing death threats ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, it’s clear little has changed.
The move comes after a French politician was filmed saying Israel's Olympic athletes were not welcome in France, and that there should be protests against their taking part in the Games.
Israel will be sending armed Shin Bet agents to Paris to prepare for the largest ever security operation for Israeli athletes at the Olympic Games.
Despite criticisms by Palestinian groups, the International Olympic Committee is unlikely to alter Israel's competition status or support an outright ban.
Israel has been particularly security-conscious at such events since the murder of 11 Israeli athletes at the 1972 Munich Olympics.
Blue-and-white baseball and softball players wear their support on their hands.
An article in The Nation discusses concerns that Israel's war in Gaza could see it banned from the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, its athletes made to compete under a neutral flag.
The silver medal win at last year’s world championship secured a spot for Israel in the group competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Israel is in a four-team group at the 2024 Olympic Basketball Pre-Qualifying Tournament that also includes host nation Czech Republic.
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