White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions
The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup.
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"I know that the president wants to be able to really balance the competitive balance on the field while making sure we're not compromising our national security."
— Andrew Giuliani , Politician
"We want to make sure the Iranian team has the opportunity to come in and compete."
— Andrew Giuliani , Politician
"They are the 'most oppressed' team at the tournament."
— Amir Ghalenoei , Athlete
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The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup.
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