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Ukraine Protests Russian Hockey Stars' Game in Israel
Ukraine's embassy protested an upcoming exhibition hockey game in Ashdod between Russian and Israeli stars, citing concerns of Russian propaganda and legitimization of the Putin administration.
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- 01Ukraine's embassy protested a Russian hockey game in Ashdod to Minister Miki Zohar.
- 02The game celebrates 35 years of Israel-Russia diplomatic relations.
- 03Kyiv fears the event will be used for Russian propaganda and to legitimize Putin's government.
- 04Sanctioned Russian parliament member Vyacheslav Fetisov is scheduled to play.
- 05The embassy requested a review of sanctioned participants.
The game, celebrating 35 years of Israel-Russia diplomatic ties, includes sanctioned Russian parliament member Vyacheslav Fetisov. The embassy urged Minister Miki Zohar to review participants under sanctions.
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