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FIFA convened emergency talks to assess potential disruptions to the 2026 World Cup following U.S. military strikes on Iran, which triggered global sports and travel disruptions.
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FIFA convened emergency talks to assess potential disruptions to the 2026 World Cup following U.S. military strikes on Iran, which triggered global sports and travel disruptions.
The Times
The U.S., jointly with Israel, launched large-scale airstrikes on Iran, reportedly killing Iran’s Supreme Leader and escalating conflict across the Middle East.
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