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Iran Boycott 2026 World Cup Draw Over US Visas

Iran Boycott 2026 World Cup Draw Over US Visas

Summary

Iran's soccer federation announced it will not attend the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, D.C. The decision came after the U.S. denied visas to several members of Iran's delegation.

Key Facts

  • Iran will boycott the World Cup draw in Washington, D.C.
  • The U.S. government did not grant visas to some members of Iran's soccer delegation.
  • The Iranian soccer federation's president, Mehdi Taj, was among those denied a visa.
  • Iran communicated its decision to FIFA.
  • The incident is reported by various news sources including AFP and Iranian sports outlet Varzesh 3.
  • The situation is still developing, and more updates are expected.
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