Palestinian Activist Shares Photo of Cristiano Ronaldo with Palestinian Scarf
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Palestinian activist Hani Thaljiya posted a photo on Instagram of footballer Cristiano Ronaldo wearing a Palestinian scarf, claiming it was taken in 2009. The post, shared after Ronaldo's retirement from the Portuguese national team, received over 12,000 likes. While some questioned the photo's authenticity, Thaljiya affirmed it was real, and the post also drew anti-Israel comments.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Palestinian activist Hani Thaljiya shared a photo of Cristiano Ronaldo with a Palestinian scarf.
- Thaljiya claims the photo was taken in 2009 when she presented him with the scarf.
- The post was shared following Ronaldo's retirement from the Portuguese national team.
- The Instagram post received over 12,000 likes and sparked debate about the photo's authenticity.
- Thaljiya confirmed the photo's validity and the post drew anti-Israel comments.
Hani Thaljiya, a Palestinian activist and founder of the Palestinian women's national football team, shared a post on Instagram bidding farewell to Cristiano Ronaldo following his retirement from the Portuguese national team. The post included a photograph, which Thaljiya claims was taken in 2009, showing Ronaldo wearing a Palestinian scarf.
Thaljiya described the moment of gifting Ronaldo the scarf as one she never forgot. She recounted that in 2009, at the FIFA Ballon d'Or ceremony, Palestine was recognized for its progress, and she had the honor of presenting Ronaldo with the scarf. She emphasized that football transcends goals and titles, encompassing moments, emotions, and lasting memories, and stated that Ronaldo provided the world with countless such moments.
The Instagram post garnered over 12,000 likes and numerous comments, with some users questioning the authenticity of the photograph. Thaljiya, however, maintained that the image is genuine. The post also served as a platform for pro-Palestinian users to post comments critical of Israel.
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