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Afghan women’s refugee team allowed to play in FIFA tournaments
Afghan Women United can now represent Afghanistan at international football competitions, including the LA Olympics.
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Germany arrests Kazakhstan citizen accused of spying for Russia
Prosecutors say the man, identified only as Sergej K, has been in ‘continuous contact’ with Russian intelligence.
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European Commission president calls for diplomacy to end Iran war
European Commission president calls for diplomacy to end Iran war
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FIFA confirms new World Cup rule on yellow cards to reduce suspensions
Single yellow cards will be cancelled after the group stage and then again after the quarterfinals, FIFA says.
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Five charts that show the rise of global militarisation
As countries spend more on their militaries, what does that mean for spending on healthcare and education?
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The UAE’s OPEC exit is not about oil; it is the end of Gulf solidarity
The move reflects a widening confrontation with Saudi Arabia and a fundamental realignment of alliances.
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Iranian officials absent from pre-World Cup football events in Canada
It is unclear whether football officials from Iran were issued Canadian visas to attend AFC and FIFA congresses.
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Is India’s Chabahar dream in Iran dead?
The port has been a centrepiece of India’s regional strategic ambitions. Now, those hopes are sinking.
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‘Encouraging’: Global rainforest loss slows in 2025 after record year
The researchers credit the slowdown to policies implemented by Brazil’s President Lula da Silva to curb deforestation.
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Red card for players covering their mouths in World Cup matches
New red card rule allows referees to send off players who cover their mouths or walk off the pitch in…
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