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Activists Call for Boycotting Miss Universe 2024 in Israel
WebNov 17, 2024 · The Miss Universe pageant will draw contestants from Morocco and the United Arab Emirates—Arab countries that recently normalized ties with Israel. Meza said she didn't fault women who wanted to ... WebNov 18, 2024 · However, Miss South Africa and the South African pageant organizers have – so far – resisted the growing pressure to boycott the Miss Universe event, which will be held in the Israeli city Eilat on Dec. 12. They argue that the Miss Universe event should not be mixed with politics. byoc plymouth
South Africa shuns beauty queen for refusing boycott of Miss Universe ...
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