Israel's national anthem loudly jeered before soccer match...

The game began with a massive security presence outside the stadium amid an increasingly strained international climate that has Paris' safety efforts squarely in the spotlight. In May, the start of the women's European Championship qualifier between Scotland and Israel in Glasgow was delayed after a protestor chained himself to a goalpost. Last month, the city of Brussels said it won't host a UEFA Nations League match between Belgium and Israel in September because of the "dramatic situation in Gaza" that creates a security headache for city officials.

Author: JEROME PUGMIRE

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