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Iranian President Criticizes US Over World Cup Controversy Amid Rising Tensions

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First reported by Ynet · 46 minutes ago

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Iranian President Masoud Pashakian condemned the US over the 2026 World Cup controversy, linking it to broader US foreign policy amid escalating military tensions between Tehran and Washington.

01Iranian President Masoud Pashakian criticized the US for cheating and humiliating rivals during the 2026 World Cup.
02His remarks came amid escalating US-Iran tensions, including recent US strikes on Iranian targets.
03The controversy followed FIFA's reversal of a red card for US player Polarin Balogon after Trump's intervention.
04Pashakian linked US World Cup conduct to its broader foreign policy of rule-bending and creating obstacles.
05Reports of explosions in Bushehr and alarms in Bahrain coincided with the heightened tensions.
06Pashakian emphasized Iran's rejection of such unfair games and its firm stance on its rights.

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