Wales vs Iran: The story of only previous meeting of World Cup opponents The game was arranged as the Shah of Iran’s son had wanted to watch a British team play in Tehran The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022
Harry Kane: England captain fit to play against USA after scan all clear Kane suffered a knock to his right ankle in England’s 6-2 win against Iran on Monday The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022
Qatar ‘impose’ last-minute alcohol ban on Wales fans A World Cup party in Doha ahead of Wales’ clash with Iran has been cancelled after Qatari authorities changed alcohol restirctions The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022
U.N. rights chief says full-fledged crisis underway in Iran The U.N. human rights chief on Thursday made a strong appeal to Iranian authorities to stop their "unnecessary and disproportionate" use of force against protesters in Iran in a speech to the Human Rights Council on the ongoing crisis. Reuters · Nov 24, 2022
Yemeni FM: Houthi Officials Involved in Crimes Blacklisted...Peace Is Their Enemy The Yemeni government is preparing to blacklist several Houthi leaders and entities in implementation of its decision to classify the Iran-backed militia as a terrorist group. Houthi government, military, and political officials, alongside any individual who has been proven to be involved in crimes, wars, or crimes that violate international… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 24, 2022
World Cup fans’ party cancelled after Qatar ‘imposes’ alcohol restrictions Wales’ crunch group B fixture against Iran kicks off at 1pm Qatari time, 10am in the UK, at the Ahmed bin Ali Stadium on Friday. The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022
Last-minute alcohol ban hits Wales party in Qatar A party due to take place before Wales v Iran has been cancelled but a post-match party will still take place Wales Online · Nov 24, 2022
Kurdish Groups Call for Strikes against Revolutionary Guards’ Suppression of Protests Kurdish parties opposed to the Iranian regime called on all Iranians to carry out strikes and protest marches on Thursday. Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 24, 2022
Iran official says 50 police killed in protests Around 50 police have been killed in the protests shaking Iran since September, the deputy foreign minister said on Thursday, giving a first official death toll amid an intensified crackdown on Kurdish areas in recent days. Reuters · Nov 24, 2022
I’m a Sudanese woman – the protests in Iran mirror my own tangled history with clothing and freedom As a teenager, I argued with my parents about covering up. Then I saw a photo of my mother wearing a short dress in 1950s Sudan, says Sudanese multi-disciplinary creative Basma Khalifa The Guardian - UK · Nov 24, 2022
Today's World Cup headlines as England bench dubbed 'better than Wales' and Germany 'avoid' punishment for One Love gesture A full round-up of the latest World Cup headlines from Wales and beyond Wales Online · Nov 24, 2022
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… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 24, 2022
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 · Nov 24, 2022
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… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 24, 2022
Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 24, 2022 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…
The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022 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 Guardian - AU · Nov 24, 2022 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
AAP · Nov 24, 2022 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.
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 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 Guardian - UK · Nov 23, 2022 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 · Nov 23, 2022 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
Daily Mirror · Nov 23, 2022 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
Al Jazeera · Nov 23, 2022 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.
France 24 · Nov 23, 2022 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?
Chronicle Live · Nov 23, 2022 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