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Iraq to Redeploy Federal Forces Along Border with Iran, Türkiye

Iraq announced on Wednesday it planned to redeploy federal guards along its border with Iran and Türkiye, after repeated bombardments from both neighboring countries against Kurdish, Turkish and Iranian rebel groups in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region. The announcement appeared to respond in particular to Iran, which had publicly urged such…

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Gareth Southgate's "teacher's pet" tipped to play crucial England role despite critics

England midfielder Mason Mount played his part in the victory over Iran in England's first game, and has been tipped to contribute again as Gareth Southgate's team face the United States

Daily Mirror

Govt: Netherlands Has No Consular Access to Dutch Man Detained in Iran

The Netherlands said Wednesday it had no consular access to a Dutch man detained in Iran, where authorities say they have arrested dozens of foreigners in connection with mass protests. "It is disappointing that, despite continuous pressure, the Iranian authorities have so far not granted consular access to this Dutch…

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Germany Urges UN Rights Council to 'Raise Voice' for Iranians

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock urged the UN Human Rights Council to "raise its voice" for Iranians, during a special session Thursday about the deadly crackdown on protests in the country. "The Iranian demonstrators have no seat at the Human Rights Council in Geneva, they have no voice at the…

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Who is in England’s Fifa World Cup group in Qatar and when do they play their matches?

Everything you need to know about England’s group stage opponents and schedule at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

The Independent UK

Australian among 40 foreign nationals held in Iran’s jails amid escalating protests

Regime refuses to provide consular access as it does not recognise dual nationality, Dfat says

The Guardian - AU

Foreign social media meddling in spotlight

A dedicated committee will be re-established to review how authoritarian nations like China, Russia and Iran are weaponising social media.

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Kieffer Moore targets key Iranian weakness for Wales to exploit

The 6ft 5in Bournemouth forward helped the Dragons fight back for a 1-1 draw in their World Cup opener with the United States.

The Independent UK

Wales lifted by Joe Allen’s return to training as they aim to make a splash

Veteran midfielder continues his rehab from hamstring injury while players relax in the pool as they gear up for Iran on Friday

The Guardian - UK

Kyle Walker’s tough childhood gives him resolve to prove people wrong

England defender, fit again and raring to go, grew up on an estate where he witnessed a fatal arson attack and a suicide

The Guardian - UK

Former Premier League referee speaks out on VAR controversies in Qatar World Cup

The 2022 World Cup has been plagued by controversies involving VAR, with England, Argentina and Ecuador all left feeling aggrieved after interventions during the tournament

Daily Mirror

US sanctions Iranian officials amid crackdown on protests

US has accused three Iranian security officials of complicity in human rights violations in largely Kurdish regions.

Al Jazeera

Call it a Revolution? Iran protest movement defies growing brutality

Back in September, when Iran's protest movement caught the world by surprise, conventional thinking was that with patience and ruthlessness, the regime would eventually outlast whatever came its way. After all, that has been the playbook so many times since the Islamic revolution of 1979. But is this time different?

France 24

Callum Wilson backed ahead of Marcus Rashford for England call amid Harry Kane injury concern

The Newcastle United forward replaced Kane after he picked up a knock to his ankle against Iran

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The Kurds are the 'ideal scapegoat for both Turkey and Iran'

Turkey began a fresh offensive against Kurdish groups in Syria on Sunday amid a concurrent air campaign against Iraqi Kurdistan launched by the troubled Iranian regime – embattling Kurds on both sides of their border-spanning homeland.

The Independent UK

Human rights charity accuses Iran of ‘state hostage-taking’

The report estimates that since 2015 there have been at least 50 cases of dual and foreign nationals being arbitrarily detained by Iran.

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US Sanctions More Iranian Officials as Crackdowns Continue

The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions against three more Iranian security officials in response to the Tehran government's continued crackdown on protests after 22-year-old Mahsa Amini died while being held by the morality police for violating the country’s strictly enforced dress code. Hassan Asgari, Alireza Moradi and Mohammad Taghi…

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Tehran Arrests British-Iranian Citizen for Communicating with Foreign-Based News Channels

A British-Iranian citizen was arrested in Iran's Isfahan province on Wednesday for allegedly sharing information with foreign-based news channels, Iranian state media reported. "The Revolutionary Guards' Intelligence Organization arrested a British-Iranian citizen who communicated with the BBC and Iran International," the Islamic Republic of Iran's News Network said, before adding…

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Report: Explosion Near Syrian Capital Kills Iranian Colonel

An explosion in Syria has killed an official with Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, the force said on its website Wednesday, blaming Israel for the killing. The force identified the officer killed as Col. Davoud Jafari, who it said was working for the Guard's aerospace division.

The Independent UK

‘It’s totally wrong’: Graeme Souness criticises Gareth Southgate for Harry Kane decision

Kane sustained an ankle injury in the second half of Monday’s win over Iran

France 24

World Cup in Qatar: Football as political leverage for Iran

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has become a focal point for geopolitics. Iran's team refused to sing their national anthem before their first match, in a gesture of support for protesters. Some Iranian visitors also took the opportunity to support the anti-government protests back home with signs and chants…

The Independent UK

US sanctions more Iranian officials as crackdowns continue

The United States has imposed sanctions against three more Iranian security officials in response to the Tehran government’s continued crackdown on protests after the death of Mahsa Amini

Reuters

U.S. sanctions Iranian officials amid Tehran's ongoing crackdown on protests

The United States on Wednesday targeted three Iranian security officials under human rights-related sanctions, the U.S. Treasury Department said, citing Tehran's ongoing crackdown on protesters in Kurdish-majority areas.

The Independent UK

Harry Kane: England optimistic captain will be fit for USA clash after ankle knock

Kane hurt his ankle against Iran but trained with his teammates on Wednesday

Football London

'It's coming home' - England supporters react to shock Germany World Cup defeat to Japan

World Cup news: Japan caused another huge shock after they beat Germany on Wednesday and England supporters were quick to get excited about the chances of success in Qatar for Gareth Southgate and his team

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