US EditionSwiss team protests Israeli winners during fencing win
- The Swiss Under-23 fencing team turned their backs on Israeli competitors during the medal ceremony Saturday in Tallinn, Estonia.
- The action occurred after Israel defeated Switzerland in the final during the playing of Israel's national anthem.
- The incident drew criticism, and Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar condemned the Swiss team's behavior.
- A representative of the Israel Fencing Association stated, "Sport should bring people together, not divide them."
- Swiss Fencing will discuss the incident with the team after they return and decide on any necessary measures.
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