English Football Official Quits Over Controversial Remark On Benjamin Netanyahu
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Wasim Haq tendered his resignation from his role as a council member of the Football Association (FA) on Thursday.
Football Association (FA) council member Wasim Haq resigned after equating Nazi leader Adolf Hitler and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a deleted social media post. Previously removed from the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) council, Haq faced consequences for his controversial comparison, leading to his departure from both sports organizations. This morning I have resigned from The FA. I have also reiterated my apology to the Jewish community.This war has left thousands dead, many of us are in despair and deeply troubled.I hope football can play a future role in easing tensions between communities.Pls read ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/lqXUU5lDdQ
Mr Haq tweeted: "Netanyahu has sacrificed his own people to maintain power... whilst #Palestinians are trying to maintain their sanity.Adolf Hitler would be proud of Benjamin Netanyahu."
On Thursday, he tweeted to say, "This morning, I have resigned from the FA. I have also reiterated my apology to the Jewish community. This war has left thousands dead; many of us are in despair and deeply troubled. I hope football can play a future role in easing tensions between communities."
