Gazan Runner Denied Travel Rights to Bethlehem Marathon

Everyone is abuzz about the Gazan marathon runner, Nader Masri, who was denied travel permits by Israel to go to the Bethlehem Marathon.
Personally, I feel bad for the guy. I understand it can be disappointing to not be able to participate in a big event just because of a technical problem.
However, I would not get all worked up about it. After all, when I asked about participating in the Bethlehem Marathon last year, the Palestinian organizers said no, I would not be allowed to.
This year I asked again. This time they did not even bother responding to my 3 queries.
So, if they are going to deny me the ability to participate, I might feel bad for this Gazan runner, but I don't see the big deal. Turns out he is nothgin special - I was denied just like he was denied.
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