Residents of the Gaza Strip have erected a large banner expressing support for Egypt after its loss to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16, according to a report. The sign, which reads 'The people of Gaza support the Pharaohs, win or lose,' was organized by local residents, the report said.
Residents of the Gaza Strip have erected a large banner expressing support for Egypt after the Egyptian national team's loss to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday night. The sign, reported by the source, reads 'The people of Gaza support the Pharaohs, win or lose.' The report also noted that the banner was organized by local residents, who had the resources to produce it.
Earlier today, The Zioneer reported footage of Gazans throwing chairs at each other in apparent anger over the same loss. The two incidents reflect the range of reactions in Gaza to Egypt's World Cup exit. The match had been a significant event for Gaza residents, who had celebrated Egypt's advancement to the knockout stage and watched the game under Egyptian flags, as The Zioneer reported over the past days.
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