The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, honored the Iraqi Muaythai national team player who won an advanced position in the World Championship, champion Ali Al-Kanani, who refused to climb the podium in protest against the presence of a competing player from the Zionist entity.
The Minister of Education confirmed during his reception of a delegation that included the head of the Iraqi Muaythai Federation and a number of coaches and players, in the presence of the head of the Iraqi Academics Syndicate, that the heroic stance of the Iraqi player participating in the World Advanced Championship in Greece came in the context of the positions of support adopted by the Iraqis towards the Palestinian issue. Intention and rejection of the brutal crimes committed by this usurping entity against the Palestinian people, indicating that this position alone represents a sporting, moral, national and humanitarian achievement that deserves honor and praise.
For its part, the Muaytai delegation appreciated the support and care of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, pointing out that the Iraqi player’s refusal to climb the podium because of someone representing the usurping entity is a message of support for the Palestinian people who are waging a historic battle against the sound machine of death. -Hyuniyah.
Department of Information and Government Communications
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research
June 23, 2024
