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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises Artem Dolgopyat on Twitter, telling him that "all citizens of Israel are proud of you."

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Nahyan and his Israeli partner, Moshe Hogeg, both vowed to turn the team, which has gained notoriety for its racist fans and ban on Arab players, into a model of coexistence.

Moshe Hogeg, owner of Beitar Jerusalem says the deal represents “new days of coexistence, achievements and brotherhood.”

Israel's gymnastics team takes gold in the European Gymnastics Championship in Ukraine as Israeli sailors secure both gold and silver medals in European Sailing Championship in Portugal.

Brazilian great Pelé: One day, I hope, we will play soccer together in the sky. Argentina to declare three days of national mourning.

Paltchik, who defeated Russia's Arman Adamian for the win, is considered one of Israel's top athletes and a potential Tokyo 2020 Olympic medalist. Israeli Tal Flicker takes silver at Prague event.

Avdija is considered the most promising Israeli player in a decade. Madar also makes it into the big leagues as the Boston Celtics' 47th and final pick of the 2020 NBA Draft.

Leaders of the Israeli Professional Football League and UAE Pro League signed a memorandum of understanding by video conference that includes exploring ideas for competitions between their teams.

Dean Kremer is a budding celebrity in Israel and a developing star in the big leagues.