What's happened
The Palestine football team faces the AFC Asian Cup amid challenges at home due to the conflict with Israel.
Why it matters
The team's participation in the tournament amidst the conflict with Israel highlights the challenges faced by the players and the impact of the conflict on their lives and preparations for the tournament.
What the papers say
The South China Morning Post and AP News provide insights into the challenges faced by the Palestine football team amidst the conflict with Israel, with the South China Morning Post focusing on the impact of the conflict on the players and their families, while AP News highlights the limited opportunities for the team to play competitive matches due to the conflict.
How we got here
The Palestine football team is participating in the AFC Asian Cup amidst the ongoing conflict with Israel, which has impacted the team's preparations and the players' lives.
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