Maccabiah Games Opening Ceremony Kicks Off in Jerusalem
The opening ceremony of the Maccabiah Games has commenced in Jerusalem, with thousands of athletes in attendance. The event marks the official start of the international Jewish athletic competition.
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Maccabiah opening ceremony kicks off in Jerusalem, thousands of athletes in attendance
Both President Herzog and Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed the crowd during the ceremony, bidding the Jews who had come from around the world a warm “welcome home. ” The Maccabiah Games, often referred to as the “Jewish Olympics,” kicked off on Wednesday evening with around 5,000 athletes from roughly 35 countries participating in the opening ceremony at Jerusalem’s Teddy Stadium.
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Both President Herzog and Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed the crowd during the ceremony, bidding the Jews who had come from around the world a warm “welcome home.”
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