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- 1UK evacuates area near US air base used in Iran strikes●В Британии эвакуировали район возле авиабазы США, задействованной в ударах по Ирану Полиция задержала нескольких мужчин
British police evacuated a residential area near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a US Air Force base involved in strikes against Iran, and detained several men on suspicion of explosive law violations. Army bomb disposal teams are inspecting several vehicles near the base as the security operation continues.
- 2El Niño keeping Atlantic hurricane season unusually quiet▼Why haven’t we had an Atlantic hurricane yet? Thank El Niño. https:// grist.org/extreme-weather/why- havent-we-had-an-at
The Atlantic has yet to produce a hurricane this season, and climate outlet Grist attributes the calm to El Niño. The phenomenon, which is driving record ocean temperatures worldwide, creates wind shear over the Atlantic that suppresses tropical storm development. The piece notes the irony that the same pattern raising global temperatures is also canceling Atlantic tropical activity, at least for now.
- 3Russian drone strike kills one in Vyshneve, Ukraine●В Вишневом после российского удара погиб человек, еще трое пострадали, - ГСЧС БпЛА рашистов упал на проезжую часть, по к
One person was killed and three others injured in Vyshneve, in the Kyiv region, after a Russian drone struck a roadway where cars were moving, Ukraine's State Emergency Service said. Five vehicles were damaged in the attack. The incident is part of ongoing Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, which continue to cause civilian casualties and destruction of infrastructure.
- 4German students rally against conscription amid Russia sanctions strain●Germany's youth rejects the draft as Russia torches another refinery 45,000 German students hit the streets against cons
Around 45,000 students have taken to the streets across Germany to protest plans to reintroduce military conscription, voicing opposition to a return of the draft. The protests come as Russia reportedly struck another oil refinery and targeted Ukrainian infrastructure, keeping defense and security debates at the center of German public life. The demonstrations signal significant youth resistance to military service proposals in Europe's largest economy.
- 5Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz●⚡ NEWS Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest pr
US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. The refusal underscores the continuing standoff between Washington and Tehran over maritime access and regional tensions. The strait remains a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, and the rejection signals that diplomatic efforts to ease the dispute have so far made no headway.
- 6Israeli aircraft bombard Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon●Breaking | Israeli aircraft bombard the town of Al-Mansouri, southern Lebanon. # Israel # Palestine # Gaza # Lebanon
Israeli aircraft bombarded the town of Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon, according to reports circulating from the region. The strike adds to ongoing cross-border exchanges between Israel and Lebanon that have continued alongside the war in Gaza. Observers are voicing concern that repeated strikes inside Lebanon risk widening the conflict further.
- 7Iranian President Rules Out Negotiations with the US●🟢 Diplomacy | 6/10 Statement by Iranian President on US relations Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that negotiations
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that negotiations with the United States are impossible, citing American attacks on Iranian infrastructure, the killing of Iranian scientists, and strikes on universities. The statement marks a sharp deterioration in diplomatic rhetoric between Tehran and Washington, with observers weighing what it means for prospects of any future talks.
- 8Powerful storm batters US Northeast, disrupting power and travel●Powerful storm batters US Northeast disrupting power and travel https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/27/pow
A powerful storm is battering the US Northeast, bringing powerful winds and towering waves that have knocked out power and disrupted travel across the region. Residents face outages and transport delays as conditions continue, with utility crews and transport operators working to restore services and monitor damage along the coast.
- 9Whistleblower claims Driscoll's berries with excess pesticides entered Canada▼Whistleblower alleges millions of Driscoll’s berries sent to Canada with excess chemical levels | CBC News
A whistleblower lawsuit in California alleges that millions of pounds of Driscoll's fruit containing non-compliant pesticide and chemical levels were shipped across the border into Canada, and that the company attempted to cover it up. The claims, reported by CBC News, raise food safety questions for Canadian consumers. Driscoll's, a major berry supplier, has not been confirmed to have responded publicly.
- 10Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in Congress-approved spending●# Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending already approved by # Congress , the White House announced on Friday,
The White House announced on Friday that President Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending already approved by Congress. The administration is using a rare and legally contested power to rescind the funds, targeting money allocated for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives. The move, carried out through the Office of Management and Budget, is expected to trigger legal and political challenges over presidential authority to undo appropriations.
- 11White House Blocks CNN From Air Force One Trip●# WhiteHouse Blocks # CNN From # AirForceOne CNN won’t be able to join # Trump on a Saturday trip to Tennessee. He had b
The White House has barred CNN from joining President Trump aboard Air Force One on a Saturday trip to Tennessee. The move comes despite a court order issued Thursday that restored the network's access after Trump had banned CNN and two other news outlets from the White House. The dispute has revived debate over press freedom, the separation of powers and the judiciary's ability to check the administration's treatment of the media.
- 12Astronomers warn proposed 50,000 orbital mirrors would harm sky observation●"'They're saying we want to launch 50,000 mirrors by 2035,' Benvenuti said. 'That would be catastrophic for astronomy, t
Astronomer Benvenuti said plans to launch 50,000 light-reflecting mirrors into orbit by 2035 would be 'catastrophic for astronomy.' The comment came after the FCC reportedly granted approval to Reflect Orbital, a company that intends to bounce sunlight back to Earth as a commercial service. Researchers fear large numbers of bright reflective satellites would interfere with telescope observations and darken the night sky science relies on.
- 13Global South stands with Cuba at United Nations●Video - Global South Stands with Cuba at United Nations https:// peertube.world/w/qFd6rikMyRP1p ZZUXzcLmH Duration - 3:0
Speakers from Global South countries voiced support for Cuba at the United Nations General Assembly, pushing back against the US embargo and Trump administration policy. The remarks came as part of the annual UN debate, where ending the US embargo against Cuba has long drawn near-unanimous backing from member states. The footage, produced by news collective Belly of the Beast, highlights those statements and the divide between Washington and much of the world over Cuba policy.
- 14Trump targets unallocated CHIPS Act funds, pivots to tariffs●Trump targets unallocated CHIPS Act funds,pivoting to tariffs. TSMC kept its $6.6B grant,but tariff threats raised its U
The Trump administration is moving to repurpose unallocated CHIPS Act funds, favoring tariff pressure over direct subsidies to force chipmakers to build in the United States. TSMC retained its $6.6 billion award, but tariff threats have led it to raise its planned US investment from $65 billion to more than $165 billion. Critics note tariffs build manufacturing capacity far more slowly than subsidies and shift reshoring costs onto private capital.
- 15Hawaii Weathers Third Close Call in Busy Pacific Hurricane Season▼Hawaii faces its third close call this season as an unusually crowded Pacific hurricane season intensifies https://www.
Hawaii is facing its third near miss from a tropical storm this season, according to an Atlantic report on an unusually crowded Pacific hurricane season. Forecasters note the central Pacific has seen an exceptional number of storms tracking close to the islands, raising questions about whether climate patterns are making such close calls more frequent. Residents and officials are watching each new system warily as the season continues.
- 16New Mexico jury finds Facebook liable over privacy deception●Associated Press: New Mexico jury finds Facebook liable of deceiving users about privacy protections. “A New Mexico jury
A New Mexico jury on Friday found Facebook liable for deceiving users about privacy protections on its platform, according to the Associated Press. The verdict is the latest in a series of legal setbacks for the social media company, which faces ongoing scrutiny from regulators, state officials and users over how it handles personal data and whether its privacy claims match its actual practices.
- 17Israeli airstrike hits Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon●🔴 Airstrike | 9/10 Israeli airstrike on Al-Mansouri (Lebanon) Israeli aircraft targeted the town of Al-Mansouri in south
Israeli aircraft carried out an airstrike on the town of Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon, according to reports shared on social media. The strike is part of the ongoing exchange of fire along the Israel-Lebanon border, which has repeatedly hit villages in the south. No immediate details were given about casualties or damage, and residents continue to face displacement and disruption as strikes hit populated areas.
- 18Israeli settlers storm area near Palestinian homes outside Arraba●Israeli settlers storm the area around Palestinian homes on the outskirts of Arraba, southwest of Jenin, in the occupied
Israeli settlers stormed the area around Palestinian homes on the outskirts of Arraba, southwest of Jenin in the occupied West Bank. The incident is being reported amid ongoing settler violence across the West Bank, which has intensified since the Gaza war began. Palestinians in the area describe repeated harassment and attacks on rural communities, with little accountability for perpetrators.
- 19Why this summer's heat could get worse by 2027▼What’s behind this summer’s heat, and why 2027 could be worse # ElNiño ? # Climatechange ? All of the above? As we burn
Scientists and commentators are weighing what is driving this summer's extreme heat, pointing to a combination of El Niño conditions and long-term climate change caused by burning fossil fuels. Greenhouse gas emissions are pushing global temperatures higher, making heatwaves more frequent and intense, and some warn that 2027 could bring even worse conditions as these factors compound.
- 20Iran's foreign minister discusses Strait of Hormuz and talks at UN●🟢 Diplomacy | 5/10 Iranian FM statement on negotiations and Strait of Hormuz Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi discussed
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addressed conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the state of negotiations, speaking during the UN General Assembly. The statement ties Iran's position on the strategic waterway to the wider diplomatic process with the United States, and is being followed as a signal of where tensions and potential talks stand.
- 21Kremlin warns Starlink use against Russia is dangerous●Agenzia Nova: Ucraina: Cremlino, "pericoloso" usare Starlink per attacchi contro di noi 27 set 12:06 - (Agenzia Nova) -
The Kremlin said it considers the use of SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service for attacks against Russia to be "dangerous", according to Italian news agency Agenzia Nova. The statement comes amid ongoing Ukrainian strikes inside Russia and questions over whether Kyiv's forces are using Elon Musk's Starlink terminals to coordinate or guide such operations.
- 22Poland to pay US $15,000 per soldier stationed on its soil●# POLAND WILL PAY U.S. SOLDIERS $15K A YEAR TO PUT ON ITS TERRITORY: Poland is offering to pay $15,000 a year for each U
Poland is offering to pay the United States $15,000 a year for every American service member stationed on Polish territory, on top of covering infrastructure costs, according to Polish Deputy Defense Minister Paweł Zalewski. The offer underscores Warsaw's push to deepen the American military presence in the country amid ongoing security concerns on NATO's eastern flank.
- 23Pakistan carries out new strikes inside Afghanistan●⚡ NEWS Pakistan Carries Out New Strikes Inside Afghanistan Pakistan has conducted new military strikes within Afghan ter
Pakistan has carried out new military strikes inside Afghan territory, escalating a recurring pattern of cross-border violence. The strikes underscore sharply deteriorating relations between Islamabad and Kabul, with tensions along the border flaring repeatedly in recent months. Observers are watching for an Afghan response and whether diplomatic channels can halt the escalation between the two neighbours.
- 24Hundreds protest in Stockholm against Israel's Gaza offensive●Hundreds gathered in Stockholm on Saturday to protest Israel’s attacks on the Gaza Strip. The demonstrators, who assembl
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in the Radmansgatan area of Stockholm on Saturday to protest Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip. The rally was called by civil society organizations, with speakers demanding an immediate end to what they described as war crimes against civilians in Gaza. The protest is part of ongoing demonstrations across European cities since the escalation of the conflict.
- 25Report Accuses Board of Peace of Entrenching Israel's Gaza Presence●Surprise Report: The Board of Peace has “functioned to further entrench Israel’s unlawful presence" in Gaza. What is unc
A surprise report alleges the Board of Peace has "functioned to further entrench Israel's unlawful presence" in Gaza. It questions why the mandate given to the Board by the UN Security Council "is being used to violate the most fundamental rights of the Palestinians." The findings have drawn attention as critics say the body set up to stabilize Gaza may instead be undermining Palestinian rights there.
- 26Palestinian ambassador urges countries to make occupation costly●"Our collective objective must be clear. Make occupation & annexation costly. Make accountability unavoidable". At Frida
Speaking at Friday's meeting of The Hague Group on defending international law, Palestine's ambassador set out eight measures all countries should take, saying the collective objective must be to make occupation and annexation costly and accountability unavoidable. The remarks come amid ongoing debate over how states should respond to Israel's occupation and annexation policies.
- 27Manchester City and Premier League: What Comes Next After Shocking Day●Manchester City versus the Premier League: After the day that shocked football, what next? https://www.nytimes.com/athle
Manchester City's dispute with the Premier League over its 115 alleged financial rule breaches has entered a dramatic new phase, with a day of developments described as having shocked football. The long-running case, which could reshape the club's future and English top-flight competition, now faces an uncertain next stage. Commentators and fans are weighing what the outcome means for City, the league, and financial fair play across the sport.
- 28Foreign Private Buying of US Treasuries Slows Sharply●“FOREIGN DEMAND🚨FOR US TREASURIES IS FADING FAST. Private foreign buying of longer-term US TSYs fell🚨to ~$263B over the
Private foreign purchases of longer-term US Treasuries fell to roughly $263 billion over the past 12 months, nearly half the approximately $506 billion bought in the previous twelve months, according to figures circulating among market watchers. Commenters note that foreign money is not leaving the United States but shifting into other assets, prompting debate over what this means for funding US debt and long-term interest rates.
- 29Oman urges restraint, offers mediation in Middle East conflict●⚡ NEWS Oman Calls for Self-Restraint and Mediation in Mideast Conflict Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi addressed t
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi told the United Nations that all parties in the Middle East conflict should exercise self-restraint and foresight. He said Oman is ready to mediate disputes, positioning the country as a diplomatic bridge between rivals. The appeal aligns with Muscat's long-standing policy of neutral mediation in regional tensions.
- 30'Naza' Film-makers Defend Documentary Amid Threats at New York Premiere●NAZA film-makers address threats at documentary’s New York City premiere By Adrian Horton Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor
The makers of the documentary 'Naza', including Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, spoke at the film's New York City premiere, defending their findings on Israel's killing of Palestinians. Their remarks come amid threats from Israeli officials against the film-makers, drawing attention to press freedom and the risks faced by journalists documenting the conflict.
- 31Colin Kaepernick says refusing to meet Trump was an easy no●‘Refusing to meet # Trump was an easy no’: Colin # Kaepernick on being ‘blackballed’ for taking the knee, # racism , and
Colin Kaepernick has given an interview saying he has no regrets about declining to meet Donald Trump, calling the decision 'an easy no'. The former NFL quarterback discusses being 'blackballed' from the league after kneeling during the national anthem to protest racism and police brutality, and says he remains ready to play professional football. Readers are sharing his comments on athlete activism and his ongoing absence from the NFL.
- 32Board of Peace Excludes UNRWA from Gaza Aid Operations●⚡ NEWS Board of Peace Excludes UNRWA from Gaza Operations The Board of Peace has decided to exclude the UN Relief and Wo
The Board of Peace has decided to exclude the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operations in Gaza. The move aligns with repeated Israeli government calls to sideline the refugee aid agency, and marks a significant shift in who will deliver humanitarian assistance in the territory. Observers are weighing what the decision means for aid delivery to Palestinian refugees, given UNRWA's long-standing role as the main UN agency serving them in Gaza and the wider region.
- 33Hamas Condemnation Sparks Accusations of Hypocrisy●# israel # palestine : # gaza / # hamas / # knesset / # election / # accusations (When Hamas, of all groups, speaks out
Comments attributed to Hamas condemning events linked to the aftermath of the October 7 attack, which killed mostly civilians in Israel, are drawing accusations of double standards and hypocrisy. The debate intersects with Israeli politics in the Knesset and the election campaign, with commentators in the Israel-Palestine discussion arguing that criticism from the group behind the massacre undermines its credibility.
- 34Ukraine airdrops four tonnes of food to occupied Oleshky●👁️ Спецоперації . В окуповані Олешки дронами доставили 4 тонни їжі. Про це повідомив голова Херсонської ОВА Олександр Пр
Four tonnes of food were delivered by drones to residents of Oleshky, a Ukrainian city in Kherson region occupied by Russian forces. Kherson regional governor Oleksandr Prokudin said Russia has blocked roughly 2,000 people, including 50 children, in the city without electricity, food or water, and that Ukrainian forces have been supplying provisions since March.
- 35Venezuela's government and opposition agree on top court reform●Venezuelan government, opposition agree to work towards reform of top court https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/26/v
Venezuela's government and opposition have agreed to work together towards reforming the country's Supreme Court, one of the most contested institutions in the country's political crisis. The two sides appointed a committee to review how justices are selected, a step watchers see as a rare instance of cooperation between the rival camps, though scepticism remains about whether it will lead to real change.
- 36ADHD and autism disability claims rising fastest in affluent England●https://www. theguardian.com/society/2026/s ep/22/england-affluent-areas-young-people-adhd-autism-pip-claims . "Some of
A Guardian report finds that some of the most affluent areas of England have seen the sharpest rises in the proportion of young people claiming disability benefits for ADHD and autism. The finding challenges assumptions that such claims are concentrated in deprived regions and is prompting debate about diagnosis rates, benefit assessments and support for young people with neurodevelopmental conditions.
- 37Rhine flow falls far below normal, raising drought alarm●The Rhine is in uncharted territory. Normal flow where it enters the Netherlands is around 1,500 m³/s in September. Now
The Rhine's flow where it enters the Netherlands has dropped to well below 600 cubic metres per second, less than half the typical September level of around 1,500 m³/s, and it is still falling. Commenters describe the river as being in uncharted territory, linking the record-low discharge to climate change and prolonged drought.
- 38Russian missile attack hits Kyiv and surrounding region●🔴 AirAttack | 10/10 🇺🇦 Missile attack on Kyiv and region Russian missiles detected in Lypky, Zhulyany, Shulyavka, Pushch
Air raid alerts were issued as Russian missiles were detected over Kyiv and the wider region, with reports of incoming fire over the districts of Lypky, Zhulyany, Shulyavka, Pushcha-Vodytsya, Vyshneve, and Vasylkiv. The missiles were reportedly flying at an altitude of around 5 km. Residents were urged to take shelter as the attack unfolded.
- 39Manchester City chairman vows to prove innocence in financial rules case▼Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said the club was confident it could prove its "innocence" after reportedly
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak says the club is confident it can prove its "innocence" after reportedly being found guilty on all but one of 115 charges of breaching Premier League financial rules. The comments mark the club's public response to what would be one of the most consequential verdicts in English football, with supporters and rivals debating the potential penalties and City's insistence it will clear its name.
- 40US lags in memory chips as tariffs complicate catch-up●America Is Behind on Memory Chips--and Tariffs Threaten to Make Things Harder https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/america-is-beh
The Wall Street Journal reports that the United States has fallen behind in producing memory chips, a critical component for AI and electronics dominated by Asian manufacturers such as Samsung and SK Hynix. The piece argues that tariffs, intended to bolster domestic industry, could raise costs for US chipmakers and equipment buyers, making efforts to rebuild American memory-chip capacity even harder.
- 41Ilan Pappé Revisits Causes of October 7 Attack●Analysis: Why Al-Aqsa Flood Happened: Jewish historian Ilan Pappé Revisits October 2023 "This was a breakout from the gh
Israeli historian Ilan Pappé has published an analysis arguing that the October 2023 Al-Aqsa Flood attack was, in his words, "a breakout from the ghetto" by Palestinians who had endured thousands of deaths, tens of thousands of injuries among women and children, and mass home losses, particularly since the 2014 Gaza war. The piece is being widely shared as debate continues over the attack's roots and Israel's response.
- 42Oxford lets OpenAI train models on Bodleian Library collection▼Oxford lets OpenAI train its AI models on Bodleian Library
The University of Oxford has agreed to let OpenAI train its AI models on material from the Bodleian Library, one of the world's most important research collections. The deal has drawn criticism from within the university, where staff have voiced concerns about the reputational risk of partnering with the company behind ChatGPT and about how the library's holdings will be used.
- 43Solar and wind meet record 80% of Australia's power demand●"Solar and wind generation meet record 80% of power demand on Australia’s national grid" # Australia # Energy # Renewabl
Solar and wind generation supplied a record 80% of power demand on Australia's national electricity grid, according to a Guardian report. The milestone highlights the rapid growth of renewable energy in Australia and is being shared widely in energy and climate discussions as evidence that renewables can cover the bulk of demand on a major national grid.
- 44Alcaraz saves match points as Europe lead Laver Cup●Alcaraz wins after saving match points as Europe lead Laver Cup https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/articles/cm5yddy3wv90
Carlos Alcaraz saved match points to win his match and keep Europe ahead in the Laver Cup. The escape kept the European team in front in the team competition, and the dramatic turnaround is drawing wide attention from tennis fans following the event's progress.
- 45Kazakhstan offers itself as technical partner in Iran uranium dispute●Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a possible technical partner if Iran nuclear talks turn to the handling of enriched
Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a possible technical partner in any renewed Iran nuclear negotiations, particularly if talks turn to the handling and storage of Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium. The move signals Astana's ambition to play a larger role in nuclear diplomacy and non-proliferation efforts, drawing on its own experience as a former nuclear-armed state that gave up its arsenal and works closely with the IAEA.
- 46Record heat turns Italian detention centers into 'torture chambers'●# Italy In Italy, for example, record summer heat has turned hundreds of detention centers into de facto torture chamber
Record summer heat in Italy has pushed temperatures inside hundreds of detention centers past 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 Celsius), with prison cells regularly overheating across the peninsula. Citing a New York Times report, commentators are describing the conditions as de facto torture chambers, raising concern about the treatment of inmates during the country's extreme summer temperatures.
- 47KiteWorks Urges Customers to Shut Down Servers Amid Zero-Day Threat▼Imminent Zero-Day Attack: KiteWorks Urges Customers to Shut Down Servers
Software maker KiteWorks is telling its customers to take affected servers offline immediately, citing concrete indications from law enforcement that an imminent zero-day attack is underway. The warning affects large companies, including some based in Germany, and is being discussed by IT security observers as an unusual, pre-emptive shutdown recommendation ahead of a known exploit.
- 48China completes phase-out of ozone-depleting HCFCs in solvent industry▼China has finished phasing out ozone-depleting HCFCs from its solvent industry. It’s the last stage of a project running
China has completed the phase-out of ozone-depleting HCFC chemicals from its solvent sector, closing a project running since 2016 that required 53 enterprises to switch to substitutes. A nationwide ban on HCFCs in cleaning agents took effect on 1 July 2026, marking the final stage of commitments under the Montreal Protocol framework.
- 49Critical Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler Under Active Exploitation●(tenable.com) Critical Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler Under Active Exploitation: FAQ and Analysis In brief
Security firm Tenable has published an FAQ and analysis on two reported zero-day vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler appliances that are allegedly being actively exploited in the wild. NetScaler devices are widely used by enterprises for application delivery and remote access, making these flaws a serious concern. Security teams are being urged to review the guidance, check whether their appliances are affected, and apply mitigations or patches as they become available.
- 50Ireland Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu Refuses to Face Israel▼‘Shouldn’t Be Going Ahead’: Ireland Goalkeeper Refuses to Face Israel - Palestine Chronicle https://www. palestinechroni
Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has withdrawn from the national squad, refusing to play in a match against Israel. According to the Palestine Chronicle, he said the game 'shouldn't be going ahead'. The decision is drawing attention amid ongoing debate over football ties with Israel during the war in Gaza, with supporters praising his stance and critics questioning mixing sport and politics.