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FIFA to meet Iran officials in Istanbul over World Cup participation in the US

FIFA will meet Iranian officials in Istanbul to reassure Iran’s national team over World Cup participation, ensuring safe entry amid US and Canada restrictions.

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FIFA World Cup - Inter-Confederation Playoffs - Semi Final - New Caledonia v Jamaica - Estadio Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico, A fan holds up the flag of Iran in the stands before the match. - March 26, 2026.
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Preview, Doha, Qatar - November 18, 2022 The FIFA World Cup logo is pictured on the Corniche Promenade ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

White House denies reports of visa issues for Iraq’s World Cup team

The White House has refuted rumors that Iraq's national team players were denied US visas, confirming they are on track for the World Cup with all players cleared to travel.

|ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
DRAW ASSISTANT Tom Brady, Draw assistant Shaquille O’Neal, Co-Conductor Samantha Johnson, FIFA Legend Rio Ferdinand, Draw assistant Aaron Judge and Draw assistant Wayne Gretzky stand on stage as Iran is illuminated on the screen during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw.

Iranian FA says will meet FIFA to seek World Cup assurances in next few days

Canada, which is co-hosting the June 11 to July 19 World Cup with the US and Mexico, said it refused entry to Taj last week because of his links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

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US President Donald Trump (L) speaks after receiving the FIFA Peace Prize from FIFA President Gianni Infantino (R) during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, in Washington, District of Columbia, USA Dec 5, 2025.

‘Not FIFA’s job’: Norway soccer chief calls to scrap FIFA Peace Prize after Trump award

In December 2025, FIFA awarded Trump the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize, with the stated goal of “reward[ing] individuals who have taken exceptional and extraordinary actions for peace."

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Voices from the Arab press: Did Washington revive military option against Iran?

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

DECEMBER 9, 2022ByMEDIA LINE
DEBRIS FLIES during a Russian drone strike, with what local authorities said was Iranian-made Shahed-136 UAVs, in Kyiv, Ukraine, Oct. 17.

Is Qatar using anti-Israel sentiment to deflect from critique? - analysis

At the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Doha wants to appear moderate, welcoming and inclusive, while stoking anti-Israel views.

DECEMBER 6, 2022BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Preview, Doha, Qatar - November 18, 2022 The FIFA World Cup logo is pictured on the Corniche Promenade ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

Netherlands knocks US out of World Cup

Denzel Dumfries scored the third goal for the Netherlands, eliminating the US national team in a Round of 16 knockout game at the World Cup.

DECEMBER 3, 2022ByREUTERS
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Round of 16 - Netherlands v United States - Khalifa International Stadium, Doha, Qatar - December 3, 2022 Christian Pulisic, Kellyn Acosta and Ethan Horvath of the U.S. look dejected after the match as United States are eliminated from the World Cup

Voices from the Arab press: Football and justice

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from Arab media around the world.

DECEMBER 2, 2022ByMEDIA LINE
SWITZERLAND FORWARD Breel Embolo (L) moves the ball ahead of Brazil defender Marquinhos in the second half of a group stage match during the 2022 World Cup in Doha, Qatar.

14 Days: Netanyahu chosen

Israeli news highlights from the past two weeks.

DECEMBER 2, 2022BySTEVE LINDE
Likud head MK Benjamin Netanyahu is seen receiving the mandate to form Israel's next government from Israeli President Isaac Herzog.

Qatar World Cup: FIFA’s $200b. missed opportunity for sustainability - opinion

FIFA cannot touch the world or build a better future without putting a sincere emphasis on sustainable practices that directly and indirectly impact all of us.

DECEMBER 1, 2022ByBENJAMIN LOBL, MICHAEL ROTH
WALES AND England play their World Cup match in Al Rayyan, Qatar on Tuesday. Stadium requirements are stringent: a regulated minimum capacity, specific grass types, instructions on retractable roofs and rules on where to allow extra space on the pitch.

World Cup: No Israelis filed complaints about poor treatment in Qatar - FM

Israel and Qatar do not have diplomatic relations, but one of FIFA’s conditions for hosting the World Cup is that citizens of all countries can attend the tournament.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022ByLAHAV HARKOV
Fifa World Cup 2022 branding is seen at Hamad International Airport.

Why is this young Mexican rabbi giving out free kosher hamburgers in Qatar?

Rabbi Sholem offers Jews from around the world meat, schnitzel, fish and many other main dishes with protein for free in Qatar.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022ByZVIKA KLEIN
Rabbi Sholem preparing hot kosher meals

World Cup: A missed opportunity to protest Qatar corruption, immorality - opinion

Qatar and the World Cup make it clear that where there are strong grounds for complaints against any scheme affecting the lives of millions, they should be acted upon at day one.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022ByJANE BIRAN
EMIR OF Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (right) and Prime Minister Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani meet FIFA president Gianni Infantino before a match at the World Cup tournament in Doha, on Monday.

Israeli comedian flees Qatar after video against him goes viral

After multiple reports about a hostile environment for Israelis at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, an Israeli comedian cut his visit short for fear of getting hurt.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022ByWALLA! CULTURE
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Preview, Doha, Qatar - November 18, 2022 The FIFA World Cup logo is pictured on the Corniche Promenade ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.