There’s only one explanation for Leuven’s mayor’s decision. I’ll let you figure it out.
Fun fact: his book is titled “Verbinden boven verdelen” — “Uniting rather than dividing.”
Dear Mayor Mohamed,
A few facts about Hapoel Be’er Sheva, whose participation you decided to prohibit :
⚽ Hapoel Be’er Sheva is an example of coexistence in Israeli football.
⚽ The team includes three Arab-Israeli players : Muhammad Abu Rumi, Mohammed Kna’an and Zahi Ahmed.
⚽ Politics should never be allowed to interfere with sports.
Israeli players should be judged by their professional abilities, not by politics or political views.
Sport should remain sport, free from political agendas.
Since we both believe in dialogue and coexistence, Israel’s Ambassador-designate, @DavidSaranga, would be pleased to meet with you after presenting his credentials to the King.
PS : We love the title of your book. Hagit Ben-Yaakov 🎗
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