Israeli footballer detained in Turkey over show of support for Gaza hostages

Israeli footballer detained in Turkey over show of support for Gaza hostages
The Israeli international could have his contract terminated (Keystone via AP)

Turkish authorities have detained Israeli footballer Sagiv Jehezkel for questioning after he displayed solidarity with people held hostage by Hamas during a top-flight league game.

The Israeli international, who plays for Antalyaspor, is under investigation over possible charges of “openly inciting the public to hatred and hostility”, justice minister Yilmaz Tunc said.

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