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Hamas and Houthis Praise Spain's World Cup Win with Anti-Israel Messages

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By אדם מיכלשווילי

First reported by Walla · Jul 19, 2026

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After Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Hamas and the Houthis congratulated the team while linking the victory to anti-Israel sentiments. Gaza residents celebrated publicly, and Egypt also welcomed the result, partly due to Argentina's elimination of Egypt earlier in the tournament.

01Hamas and Houthis praised Spain's World Cup win with anti-Israel political messages.
02Gaza residents celebrated Spain's victory on large public screens with Spanish flags.
03Hamas official Basem Naim said the win would anger Zionists and their allies.
04Houthi spokesperson Nasr al-Din Amer highlighted Spain's support for Gaza against Israel.
05Egyptian fans celebrated Spain's win, viewing it as revenge for Egypt's elimination by Argentina.
06Spain's victory became a platform for political expression amid Middle East tensions.

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