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IRAN TODAY
Reza Pahlavi: Beyond the followers
As Reza Pahlavi seeks to position himself as a leader of Iran’s political future, one question is becoming harder to ignore: How much of his influence is real political power and how much is social-media visibility?
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SPORTS
'Like doing business with Nazi Germany': Polish football club rejects Israeli transfer offers
Polish football club's owner rejects transfer offers from Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv, arguing that ethical considerations outweigh financial interests.
GRINGO
From Palestine to Iran: Football and global politics
In Part 2, former Palestinian coach Nicola Hadwa discusses the politics of international football before the World Cup.
PALESTINE
Lamine Yamal draws Barcelona's wrath for waving Palestinian flag as Spanish club bows to Israel
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal faced a reprimand for waving a Palestinian flag during a recent celebratory event, revealing the club's spineless leadership under Laporta, who prioritizes Israeli ties over player solidarity and the club's historic values.
POLITICS
Calls grow to drop US as 2026 World Cup co-host amid domestic unrest, foreign interference
A senior German football official has urged European nations to “seriously consider” boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in protest at US President Donald Trump’s controversial foreign policy.
PALESTINE
Swiss MPs move to strip UEFA of tax-exempt status over failure to ban Israeli teams
Legislators in Switzerland’s Canton of Vaud are set to vote on a resolution to strip UEFA of its tax-exempt status for refusing to suspend Israel’s football association.
SPORTS
Long read: Inside 2026 World Cup's intense battles promising infinite drama
The 2026 World Cup's expanded 48-team format reshapes competition: 12 groups, razor-thin margins, host nations under pressure, and unpredictable matchups. We break it down in detail.
PALESTINE
Swiss MPs urge revocation of UEFA tax-exemption over Israel ties
Swiss politicians call for the cancellation of UEFA’s tax-exempt status over the European agency's pro-Israeli policy.
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