Omar Shakir, the Israel and Palestine Director of Human Rights Watch, has publicly criticized FIFA for its failure to impose a ban on Israel amidst the ongoing military operations in Gaza, which he characterizes as genocidal. Shakir argues that FIFA is not only neglecting its moral responsibilities but is also violating its own commitments to uphold human rights standards in sports. The debate centers on the intersection of international sports governance and human rights, questioning whether organizations like FIFA should take a stand against nations involved in severe human rights violations. This situation highlights the complexities and ethical dilemmas faced by sports organizations in politically charged environments.