When Qatar granted access to Israeli soccer fans and media despite an absence of diplomatic ties, some saw it as another sign of warming ties with the Arab world. Instead, some of the Israelis got a chilly reception.
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After multiple reports about a hostile environment for Israelis at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, an Israeli comedian cut his visit short for fear of getting hurt.
Fans and journalists unable to hide their identities assailed, told to go home by locals and others at soccer tournament, as love of sports unable to overcome geopolitical disputes