Iran criticizes US refusal to grant visas for World Cup delegation
Summary
Iran’s ambassador to Mexico said the United States denied visas to 15 members of Iran’s delegation for the 2026 World Cup. The ambassador asked FIFA, the organization that runs the World Cup, to help make sure Iran can fully take part in the tournament.Key Facts
- Iran’s ambassador to Mexico is Abolfazl Pasandideh.
- The US reportedly denied visas to 15 members of Iran’s World Cup delegation.
- The denial affects Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup.
- Iran wants FIFA to intervene and assist with the visa issue.
- FIFA is responsible for organizing the World Cup.
- The 2026 World Cup will be held in the United States and other countries.
- Visa denial means those members cannot legally enter the US.
- Iran’s ambassador publicly raised concerns about this problem.
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