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February 15, 2026

Israel's Delegation and Vance Booed During Milan Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

Israel's delegation was met with brief whistles upon entering the San Siro stadium during the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, and the same happened to American Vice President J.D. Vance, who was booed by some of the audience.

Israel's Delegation and Vance Booed During Milan Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

TL;DR

  • Israel's delegation and US Vice President J.D. Vance received brief whistles during the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony.
  • Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini praised the ceremony as magnificent, calling the boos a minor negative episode.
  • Salvini stated that those who booed did not understand the spirit of the Olympics.
  • The parade of athletes started with Greece and ended with Italy, following alphabetical order.
  • The opening ceremony took place at San Siro stadium in Milan, with events also in Predazzo, Livigno, and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
  • The Games will host 2,871 athletes from 92 Olympic committees and conclude on February 22.

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