Palestinian sports community mourns as 85 athletes killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza, West Bank
ISTANBUL (AA) – At least 85 Palestinian athletes were killed in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip and West Bank between October 7 and December 6, according to a report.
The report, issued by the Palestinian Football Association, underscored the profound impact of Israel’s war on the sports community.
According to the report, the casualties included 55 football players and 30 players in other sports.
It said Israeli occupation forces targeted Palestinian athletes and sports facilities, especially football players, as well as club presidents, administrators and referees.
The report said Israeli bombings led to the destruction of nine sports facilities — four in the West Bank and five in the Gaza Strip.
It also noted that occupation forces detained three athletes in the West Bank and that four athletes sustained injuries during the attacks.
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