### [2026-06-12](/feed/2026/06/12/index.md)

##### 2026 FIFA World Cup
# Pro-Palestinian protests are held in Toronto, Canada, near the BMO Field (Toronto Stadium) against FIFA's association with Israel. Additionally, a red banner was displayed near the Gardiner Expressway. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/fifa-faces-protests-toronto-over-israel-ties-ahead-canada-world-cup-match-2026-06-12/)
2. [Ynetnews](https://www.ynetnews.com/sport/article/sj4gd11911zg)

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