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The Israel Gymnastics Federation (IGF) confirmed that its national security team authorized its athletes to enter Indonesia for the World Gymnastics Championships last month, despite the Indonesian government blocking the athletes from entering the country, citing security concerns.

An IGF spokesperson confirmed to Fox News Digital that the country's security team gave clearance to its athletes.

"We received authorization from the Israeli Security Authorities to participate in the World Championship subject to the necessary security protocols in place. From our side all preparations were complete - Registration process, Entry Visas to Indonesia and Israeli Security Authorities confirmation," the IGF said.

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