Event Brief
FIFA Congress handshake refusal sparks controversy
Filed: Apr 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
Summary: Palestinian and Israeli soccer officials refused to shake hands at FIFA Congress, escalating tensions.
WHO: Palestine Football Association President Jibril Rajoub; Basim Sheikh Suliman (Israeli soccer official)
WHAT: Refused to shake hands during FIFA Congress proceedings
WHEN: Apr 30, 2026 at 7:22 PM ET
WHERE: Vancouver, British Columbia
WHY: The officials refused to shake hands during the FIFA Congress meeting.
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