Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Oslo ahead of the World Cup qualifier between Israel and Norway to protest against Israel's actions in Gaza and call for its exclusion from international football. The protest, organized by the Norwegian Committee for Palestine, featured chants, banners, and Palestinian flags, with participants accusing Israel of genocide and demanding continued pressure and sanctions. Despite a recent ceasefire deal, organizers emphasized the need for ongoing activism, stating that the occupation and suffering in Palestine persist. Security was heightened around the stadium, and the Norwegian Football Association announced plans to donate ticket proceeds from the match to Doctors Without Borders.

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