IIHF says Israel can play in upcoming tournament after initially banning it for security concerns
The International Ice Hockey Federation said Wednesday that Israel will be able to play in an upcoming tournament after previously barring its national team from the event over security concerns.
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![Further International Ice Hockey Federation council meetings are planned to discuss the security issue in February and March before decisions are made regarding Israel's participation in the 2024 women's and men's world championship. A logo for the International Ice Hockey Federation on the boards of a hockey rink inside an arena.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7087111.1705537937!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/107846904.jpg)
The International Ice Hockey Federation said Wednesday that Israel will be able to play in an upcoming tournament after previously barring its national team from the event over security concerns.