This Video of an Algerian Waving a Palestinian Flag at an Israeli Fan Is Not Recent
The Claim
A video shows an Algerian in Qatar raising the Palestinian flag in front of an Israeli fan during the 2022 World Cup.
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Social media users are sharing a video purportedly showing an Algerian waving the Palestinian flag in front of an Israeli fan during the 2022 FIFA World Cup gathering in Qatar.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar investigated the circulating claim and found it to be misleading.
The video is old and not related to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
2018 World Cup in Russia
The video was published on July 11 at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
It shows an Algerian waving the Palestinian flag at an Israeli fan during the 2018 World Cup.
In 2018, Russia played host to the FIFA World Cup, which took place from June 14 to July 15.
The French team defeated the Croatian team by a score of 4-2 to claim victory in the championship match.
The 2022 FIFA World Cup
This claim was shared after the 2022 World Cup kicked off on November 20.
Misbar debunked numerous photos, videos, and statements attributed to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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