Israel withdraws from UN after US-Israel attack on Iran, Trump says
Iran pulls out of the 2026 World Cup after US-Israel airstrikes on Tehran, citing military conflict and sanctions; Trump welcomes their decision but warns against participation due to security risks
Key Points
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1Donald Trump stated that while the Iranian national team's presence at World Cup 2026 is welcome, it would not be appropriate for them to participate.
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2Trump suggested a grim outcome by implying Iran might face danger or even death if they compete in Qatar during his speech before President Biden took office on March 13th.
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3Iran has officially withdrawn from the tournament following US-led airstrikes and Israeli military action against Tehran, which prevented their participation.
Developments
Perspectives
Donald Trump stated that the presence of Iran's national team at FIFA World Cup 2026 is not ideal, despite initially expressing welcome intentions.
— [Mar 13, 01:19] Donald Trump Sebut Kehadiran Timnas Iran di Piala Dunia 2026 tidak Ideal (Mediaindonesia)Trump said the Iranian national team was well-received at World Cup but it is not appropriate for them to participate.
— [Mar 13, 15:48] Trump: Nije primjereno da Iran dođe na Svjetsko nogometno prvenstvo (Jutarnji.hr)Trump expressed concern that the Iranian team's presence might put their lives at risk.
— [Mar 13, 02:56] Morbidna izjava Trumpa o Iranu podigla prašinu pred SP 2026 (Net.hr)Iran cannot participate in the World Cup because US and Israel launched aerial attacks on Tehran.
— [Mar 13, 04:58] Iranski ministar sporta rekao je u srijedu da Iran ne može sudjelovati na Svjetskom prvenstvu nakon s̑to su SAD pokrenule zrac̗ne napade zajedno sa Izraelom (24sata.hr)FIFA President Infantino confirmed that Trump wanted the Iranian team at World Cup, but he believes it is not suitable.
— [Mar 13,05:08] Iako je Infantino rekao da Tramp z̑eli Iran na Svjetskom prvenstvu, predsjednik smatra da to nije prikladno (Telegram.hr)