Asian Football Confederation Chief Welcomes FIFA's Reversal on World Cup Stake Sale
Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa emphasizes transparency and consultation after FIFA scraps plan to sell a stake in World Cup events.
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Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa emphasizes transparency and consultation after FIFA scraps plan to sell a stake in World Cup events.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino cancels controversial plan to sell a stake in World Cup operations after opposition from Asian Football Confederation and other regional bodies.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 8:16 AM
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The AFC expresses solidarity with UEFA and CONCACAF against FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, raising concerns over governance and consultation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:17 AM
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The AFC expresses deep concern over FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors and calls for urgent governance reforms.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 9:55 AM
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AFC president Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa condemns FIFA's unilateral move to sell stakes in the World Cup, citing lack of consultation and potential harm to football's continental structure.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 10:22 AM
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US President Donald Trump states that Saudi Arabia's nuclear cooperation agreement with the US depends on Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords and recognizing Israel.
BBC World | Jul 23, 2026, 10:21 PM
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The closure of the Bab al-Mandeb strait and ongoing US attacks on Iran intensify tensions, with significant military and economic impacts reported.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 10:05 AMworld
The US has resumed airstrikes against Iran after two American service members were killed in Jordan, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 11:00 PMworld
Following Iranian missile and drone attacks on Jordan, US Central Command confirms soldier casualties while Iran's new Supreme Leader criticizes US credibility.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 5:42 PMpolitics
Iran threatens expanded military operations if U.S. attacks continue, following a week of strikes targeting key Iranian infrastructure.
The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 3:48 PMworld
Following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, leaders from the Middle East and beyond have gathered in Qatar to pay their respects.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 1:53 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirms the possibility of increasing the men's World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament, with the proposal set for review after the 2026 event.
Al Jazeera | Jul 13, 2026, 12:45 PM
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Following President Donald Trump's declaration that the ceasefire with Iran was over, the US and Iran engaged in a second day of military strikes, escalating conflict in the Gulf with attacks reported in Kuwait, Bahrain, and southern Iran.
France 24 English | Jul 9, 2026, 6:36 AM
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The United States launched dozens of strikes on Iran in retaliation for attacks on commercial ships, prompting Iran to claim counterattacks and accuse the US of violating international agreements.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 10:37 AM
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The fragile truce between the US and Iran was tested when the US resumed military strikes following an alleged breach by Iran, prompting retaliatory drone attacks and international condemnation.
The Hill | Jun 27, 2026, 5:30 PMShowing 1-15 of 15 articles.