Direct Israel-Qatar flights open to Palestinians for WC

Qatar has agreed to allow special direct flights from Israel that will be open to both Israeli and Palestinian fans for the World Cup (WC), FIFA announced on Thursday. But the accord gave few details on how decades of hostility would be overcome so that Palestinians and Israelis can travel on the same charter jets to the first World Cup in an Arab nation. “Today’s historic announcement provides a platform to improve relations across the Middle East,” said Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, world football’s governing body.
“With this deal, Israelis and Palestinians will be able to fly together and enjoy football together.”