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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, despite the country's ongoing conflict with the US. Infantino attended a friendly match involving Iran in Turkey.
France and Italy have pushed back against some US-Israeli military operations, as US President Donald Trump criticized NATO allies in Europe for being unhelpful in the month-long war in Iran, highlighting growing transatlantic tensions.
Iran are scheduled to play their three group matches in the US, but will refuse to travel there over fears for their safety
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has seemingly changed course on the organization's peace efforts, stating that FIFA 'can certainly not solve geopolitical conflicts,' following earlier remarks about soccer's role in promoting peace.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that Donald Trump would 'welcome' Iran at the World Cup, but Iran's sports minister has ruled out the country's participation.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's perceived idolization of former US President Donald Trump has drawn criticism, with commentators suggesting it has negatively impacted football's reputation.
Leaders from the Balkans and Turkey lauded Donald Trump's Peace Board at its inaugural ceremony in Washington, though the attendance of an EU Commissioner from Croatia drew criticism from some EU member states.
Donald Trump has reiterated his close relationship with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, stating that Infantino's job is the one he would 'love most'.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that the USA will be the venue for Iran's World Cup matches, despite Iran's football association having negotiated for a shift to Mexico due to the ongoing war.
Families of Palestinian prisoners are protesting against a controversial bill passed by the Israeli Knesset, which allows for the death penalty for Palestinians in the West Bank, with jailed Palestinians expressing fears of execution without due process. The UN has warned that applying this new law would constitute a war crime, condemning it as 'deeply discriminatory', sparking global outcry.
Bonuspalkkion nousun taustalla on viime vuonna ensimmäistä kertaa järjestetyt seurajoukkueiden MM-kisat.
The Commission of Fine Arts has delayed a vote on President Trump's proposed 33,000-square-foot White House visitor and security screening center, citing concerns over the facility's design and size.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that former US President Donald Trump assured that Iran would be able to travel to the United States for the World Cup.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced that the organization is considering launching its own cryptocurrency.
The Olympics chief will launch an investigation after Fifa president and IOC member Gianni Infantino attended a Board of Peace meeting with Donald Trump.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will play its World Cup matches in the United States as scheduled, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. This follows earlier urges from Infantino for Iran's participation.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed the increasingly tense international climate and the possibility of Iran not participating in the next World Cup, reaffirming FIFA's commitment to peace.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has stated that the World Cup is expected to 'go ahead as scheduled' despite the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the conflict in Iran.
The European Union Commissioner for Sports has urged Gianni Infantino to enhance management of critical issues and ensure clear security guarantees for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, also criticizing Infantino-Trump cooperation.
The world is in flames and Gianni Infantino is left looking more exposed The Observer
The International Olympic Committee announced an investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino's conduct following his appearance at a meeting with Donald Trump.
Led by President Donald Trump, the 'Board of Peace' held its inaugural meeting to discuss the reconstruction efforts in Gaza.