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FIFA Signals Iran On Track for 2026 World Cup After Istanbul Talks

Visa decisions by the host nations will determine the size and makeup of Iran's delegation.

Israel Condemns Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal Over Palestinian Flag as Spain’s Leader Defends Him

Iran Says World Cup Visas Remain Unissued for U.S. Entry

Iran Sets 10 Conditions for 2026 World Cup Participation as FIFA Calls Talks

Iran Ties 2026 World Cup Participation to Visas, Security and Respect

Iran Sets FIFA Meeting Within Days, Demands IRGC Respect to Play in U.S.

Russia Accuses U.S. of Imposing Citizenship on Children of Its Diplomats

UK Summons Iran’s Ambassador Over Embassy ‘Sacrificing Life’ Recruitment Post

U.S. Rejects Italy-for-Iran World Cup Swap, Says Iran Team Can Play

Spain's Mass Regularization Draws French Backlash

South Korean Man Arrested at Yasukuni Shrine After Banner Disrupts Spring Festival

Iran Frees Seized Assets of Women’s Team Captain After Asylum Reversal

Indore Councillors Refuse 'Vande Mataram', One Suspended as Political Row Deepens

Home Office Grants Documents After UK-Born Boy, 9, Was Blocked From Flight Home

Iran Pushes FIFA To Move U.S. World Cup Games to Mexico

Iran Reportedly Seizes Sardar Azmoun’s Assets, Citing Disloyalty

Trump Gold Coin Design Approved by U.S. Fine Arts Panel for Nation’s 250th

Two Iran Women’s Players Stay in Australia as Returnees Celebrate at Home and Police-Pressure Claim Surfaces

Iran Women’s Team Returns Home After Asylum Reversals, Two Players Remain in Australia

FIFA Rejects Iran Venue Switch, Insists 2026 Matches Proceed in U.S.