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Mr Jones said he could not comment on matters relating to staff, but "any allegation" brought to the board's attention would be dealt with in accordance with its policies.

In a statement, it told the BBC it targets military sites in accordance with strict protocol, adding that it is "aware of the existence of sensitive sites and this is taken into account and constitutes an essential part of the planning of strikes".

"Many of my fellow archaeologists, both colleagues and students, serve in the army and participate in the war... they actively work to prevent such damage, in accordance with the general guidelines of our military."

A spokesperson for the national governing body said: “We investigate and assess all allegations and concerns about individuals who may pose a risk of harm to children and adults at risk in football and, where applicable, can impose proportionate safeguarding measures in accordance with FA safeguarding regulations.”

“The IDF operations have been planned based on extensive intelligence gathering and in strict accordance with international law,” it added.