The Canary Islands have officially announced that they will not host the race if Israeli athletes join the 2026 Vuelta. A number of media outlets reported this, citing the head of the regional government, Antonio Morales.
"We do not justify the genocide of Israel and its global image, and we have a firm position on this issue," said the head of Gran Canaria, Antonio Morales. He emphasized that in a number of international sports competitions, it is important to take into account ethics and human values.
Earlier, Spain, the Netherlands, and several European countries warned that if Israel participates in this competition, they will not participate in Eurovision 2026. This decision further revealed the impact of ethics and political relations on sports in the international arena.
Experts emphasize that sport and politics often have separate directions, but adherence to human rights and national laws in international competitions is one of the main requirements for athletes and organizations. Therefore, the participation of Israeli athletes and their participation in international competitions can lead to a number of political and cultural debates.
In the future, international sports organizations are expected to respond to this issue and take measures to ensure fair and safe competitions. At the same time, this event is of great interest to the sports community, as the intersection points of sports and politics and their global impact are also topics of interest to the population and fans.
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