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Spanish Actor Javier Bardem Displays Pro-Palestinian Flag at World Cup Semifinal

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First reported by Walla · 5 hours ago

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Spanish actor Javier Bardem displayed a PLO flag and voiced pro-Palestinian messages during the 2026 World Cup semifinal between Spain and France, continuing his public criticism of Israel amid the Gaza conflict.

01Javier Bardem unfurled a PLO flag during the 2026 World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France.
02Bardem declared, "Resistance. Existence is resistance," when asked about his message to Palestinians.
03He has publicly accused Israel of genocide and supported Palestinians at major international events like the Oscars.
04The incident occurred at one of the world's most-watched sporting events, amplifying Bardem's political message.
05This act follows a series of political statements by cultural figures related to the Gaza conflict.

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