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Tennis balls and Palestine flags interrupt Ireland–Austria match

Al Jazeera reported that protesters interrupted Ireland’s football match against Austria using tennis balls and Palestine flags.

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Adrian Cole
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Source: Al Jazeera Global News · View original source
A stadium security guard in a fluorescent vest holds tennis balls and a white cloth as spectators watch.
Sport and protest

Protesters interrupted Ireland’s match against Austria with tennis balls and Palestine flags, according to Al Jazeera.

The report did not identify the protesters or explain their aims beyond the display of Palestine flags.

It also provided no details on how long the interruption lasted or whether play was stopped.

The available account contains no independent confirmation or further information about the incident.

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