Iran's World Cup place in U.S. put in doubt by Middle East conflict

Karla Mohtashemi, center, celebrates as Voice of Iran hosts a car rally in Bellevue, Wash., on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in response to the U.S. bombing of Iran. (Karen Ducey/The Seattle Times via AP)

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