Iran’s football federation (FFIRI) says it will boycott next week’s 2026 World Cup draw in Washington after the United States refused to issue visas for several members of its delegation.
Iran has wrapped up a commanding campaign at the sixth Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, closing the 20-day multi-sport event with 81 medals and reaffirming its status as one of the strongest contenders in the Muslim world’s premier athletic showcase.
Iranian athletes competed across four disciplines on the eighth official day of the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, adding to the nation's tally of 10 gold, 12 silver, and 17 bronze medals.
More than 70 athletes have signed a letter calling on the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) to suspend Israel over grave human rights violations against Palestinians in Gaza and across the occupied territories.
Iranian weightlifter Iliya Salehipour delivered an outstanding performance in the 88kg category at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games held in Saudi Arabia, securing three medals — one gold, one silver, and one bronze.