U.S. says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed

U.S. clarifies it will not block Iran’s World Cup participation but maintains visa restrictions on individuals linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. | Contesto: cronaca

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• U.S. says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed

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The United States has stated it does not object to Iran’s participation in the upcoming World Cup, but officials made clear that individuals with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will not be permitted entry. The clarification comes amid growing confusion over whether U.S. visa policies could prevent the Iranian national team from competing in the tournament, which is set to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the issue directly, telling reporters, “Nothing from the U.S. has told them they can’t come.” His remarks sought to dispel speculation that the State Department might impose a blanket ban on Iranian athletes. President Donald Trump echoed that sentiment, stating that his administration “would not want to affect the athletes,” signaling a willingness to separate sports from broader geopolitical tensions. Despite the assurances, the U.S. government reiterated that existing sanctions and visa restrictions targeting the IRGC remain in full effect. The IRGC, a powerful branch of Iran’s armed forces designated as a foreign terrorist organization by Washington, has deep ties to many Iranian institutions, including sports federations. This means that any Iranian player, coach, or official with documented links to the IRGC could face denial of entry, potentially disrupting team preparations and roster selections. The issue highlights the complex intersection of international sports and U.S. foreign policy. Iran has qualified for the World Cup, a rare moment of national pride for a country under severe economic sanctions. The prospect of U.S. immigration hurdles has raised concerns among Iranian officials and human rights advocates, who argue that athletes should not be penalized for political affiliations beyond their control. However, U.S. law enforcement agencies have broad discretion in applying visa restrictions, and no blanket exemption for sporting events has been announced. This is not the first time that U.S.-Iran tensions have spilled into the sporting arena. During the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Iranian players faced scrutiny for their silence during the playing of the national...

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