Welsh schools allowed to tune in for World Cup clash during lesson time Skills sessions, inter-school matches and football festivals are also planned on November 25. The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2022
Sepp Blatter says Iran should be kicked out of World Cup over protest crackdowns Demonstartions against Tehran regime continue Friday The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2022
Former FIFA Head Blatter Says Iran Should Be Barred from World Cup Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter thinks Iran should be barred from the World Cup amid widespread protests sparked by the death of a woman in the custody of morality police, a Swiss paper quoted him on Friday as saying. "Iran should be excluded from the World Cup," the Blick tabloid… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 11, 2022
Israel Determined to Strike Iranian Weapons in Syria Although the Israeli authorities have neither confirmed nor denied responsibility for the bombing in Syria, military sources in Tel Aviv said that the Iranian convoy that was bombed two days ago near the Iraqi-Syrian border “was carrying weapons and ammunition, not just oil, as Tehran claims.” The sources said that… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 11, 2022
Iranian archer joins athletes' support for protests Another Iranian athlete, archer Parmida Ghasemi, has expressed support for anti-government protests gripping the country by removing her hijab during an awards ceremony in Tehran. Reuters · Nov 11, 2022
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe dedicates Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year award win to protestors in Iran ‘It is a very special moment for me and for my family as well, I’m delighted and I’m honoured to be here” Evening Standard · Nov 11, 2022
Soccer-Former FIFA head Blatter says Iran should be barred from World Cup Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter thinks Iran should be barred from the World Cup amid widespread protests in the Islamic Republic sparked by the death of a woman in the custody of morality police, a Swiss paper quoted him on Friday as saying. Reuters · Nov 11, 2022
Politics of Israel and Iran ensnare 1st World Cup in Mideast Qatar may hope that soccer fans will ignore politics at the first World Cup in the Middle East The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2022
Iran Hypersonic Missile Claim Raises Nuclear Watchdog Concern An Iranian general claimed Thursday that the Iranian republic had developed a hypersonic missile capable of penetrating all defense systems, raising concerns from the UN nuclear watchdog. Hypersonic missiles, which like traditional ballistic missiles can deliver nuclear weapons, can fly at more than five times the speed of sound. "This… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 11, 2022
Rapper who protested over death of Mahsa Amini faces execution in Iran UN calls for international action as regime announces public trials for protesters and Iranian lawmakers seek harsh punishment The Guardian - UK · Nov 11, 2022
Iran and Russia find common ground through Syrian and Ukraine wars Tehran’s supply of drones to Moscow deepens a collaboration between two unlikely allies The Guardian - UK · Nov 11, 2022
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Gareth Southgate accepts Qatar issues likely to remain World Cup talking point World Cup hosts Qatar has faced growing criticism over its human rights record The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022
England's most likely starting XI against Iran in opening game of the Qatar 2022 World Cup Who will start for England in their opening game of the World Cup? Manchester Evening News · Nov 10, 2022
Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 10, 2022 Iran Sets up Meeting on IAEA Inquiry as Diplomatic Clash Looms Iran has agreed to a visit by the UN nuclear watchdog this month to start giving answers the agency and its 35-nation board have long called for on the origin of uranium particles found at three sites, an IAEA report on Thursday seen by Reuters said. Iran has yet to…
Al Jazeera · Nov 10, 2022 Iran arrests woman accused of links to UK-based TV channel Elham Afkari was arrested as she tried to flee the country, according to semi-official Iranian news agency Fars.
The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022 When is England’s first World Cup game? The Three Lions will begin their campaign in Qatar against Iran
The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022 What will England’s line-up be for first World Cup game vs Iran? Gareth Southgate has revealed his 26-man squad with the opening game a week on Monday at the Khalifa International Stadium
The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022 England World Cup squad confirmed for Qatar 2022 The Three Lions begin their tournament against Iran on Monday 21 November
Reuters · Nov 10, 2022 Iran sets up meeting on U.N. nuclear inquiry as diplomatic clash looms Iran has agreed to a visit by the U.N. nuclear watchdog this month to start giving answers the agency and its 35-nation board have long called for on the origin of uranium particles found at three sites, an IAEA report on Thursday seen by Reuters said.
Al Jazeera · Nov 10, 2022 Iran’s climate efforts derided as MENA nations take action Nonexistent government action on climate change as iconic lakes such as Urmia in northwest Iran disappear.
Reuters · Nov 10, 2022 Analysis-Iran's unrest sounds death knell for once vibrant reformists The protests sweeping Iran have sounded the death knell for a once vibrant reform movement, revealing a big divide with Iranians in the streets demanding an end to theocratic rule.
Daily Mirror · Nov 10, 2022 Iranian history-maker talks "boring" snooker and his dramatic Ronnie O'Sullivan comments Hossein Vafaei become the first Iranian snooker player to reach the Crucible - and has clarified his comments after previously urging Ronnie O'Sullivan to retire
Manchester Evening News · Nov 10, 2022 World Cup 2022 ultimate guide - Schedule, fixtures, UK kick off-times and stadiums The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is fast approaching and MEN Sport has all the information you need to know ahead of the tournament.
Reuters · Nov 10, 2022 Italian travel blogger detained in Iran freed - Italian PM office An Italian woman travel blogger arrested in Iran in late September has been released and is on the way home, the office of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Thursday.