Iran

Travel

‘A World Cup for them not us’: Fans’ anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions

Fans from over a quarter of World Cup participating countries are facing visa restrictions and bans, according to BBC analysis. This has caused frustration among supporters who hope to attend matches in the US.

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Middle East

Israel strikes Beirut suburb days after US-brokered truce

Israel struck a Beirut suburb on Sunday, days after a US-brokered truce took effect, according to BBC and Kronen Zeitung. The attack occurred following a missile strike by Iran and warnings from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Naher Osten

Israelischer Angriff auf Auto: Drei libanesische Soldaten getötet

Drei libanesische Soldaten wurden in einem israelischen Angriff auf ein Auto in Südlibanon getötet, berichtet die BBC. Die Israelischen Streitkräfte bestätigten den Angriff und starteten eine Ermittlung.

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US-Politik

Proteste gegen Trump-Kushner-Projekt in Albanien wachsen

In Albanien wachsen die Proteste gegen ein Luxusresort-Projekt, das mit Jared Kushner, dem Schwiegersohn von US-Präsident Donald Trump, verbunden ist, berichten SZ.de und T-Online.

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US Politics

Protests grow in Albania against Trump-Kushner-linked resort

Protests have grown in Albania against a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, according to SZ.de and T-Online.

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Middle East

Lebanon says three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car

Lebanon says three soldiers were killed in an Israeli attack on a car in southern Lebanon, according to the BBC. The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the attack and has launched an investigation.

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Naher Osten

Iran: USA blockiert Visum für Mannschaftsmitarbeiter

Iran wirft den USA vor, Schlüsselmitglieder des nationalen Fußballteams von der Einreise abgehalten zu haben, berichtet die BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

Pentagon Raises Israel Spy Threat to ‘Critical’ Level

The Pentagon has elevated the counterintelligence threat level from Israel to 'critical,' according to U.S. officials, citing increased surveillance on top U.S. officials.

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Middle East

Iran Accuses US of Blocking Staff Entry for World Cup

Iran has accused the US of blocking visas for key members of its national football team's staff, according to the BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

U.S.-Iran Gulf Strikes Test Ceasefire Amid Rising Tensions

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes in the Gulf on February 28, marking a new escalation in tensions after failed nuclear negotiations. More than 1,300 people have been killed in Iran, according to reports.

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Energie & Rohstoffe

Luftfahrt-AGM in Rio: Kerosinkosten über 140 Dollar

Bei Kerosinkosten über 140 Dollar pro Barrel und Lieferengpässen treffen Luftfahrt-Manager in Rio aufeinander.

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Energy & Commodities

Aviation Industry Looks Skywards as Jet Fuel Prices Hit $140 a Barrel

The aviation industry is navigating a period of uncertainty as jet fuel prices remain above $140 a barrel, with leaders gathering in Rio de Janeiro for the Iata AGM, according to The Guardian.

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Diplomatie & Handel

Trump wirbt um Farmer in Wisconsin

US-Präsident Donald Trump besuchte Wisconsin, um Farmer zu unterstützen, die unter Zöllen und hohen Preisen leiden, meldet Al Jazeera.

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Fußball

Iran-Fußballer erhalten US-Visa für WM: 23 Spieler genehmigt

Die iranischen WM-Fußballspieler haben Visa für den Eintritt in die USA erhalten, meldete ein Weißes Haus-Vertreter. Nur zehn Tage vor ihrem ersten Spiel in Los Angeles.

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Football

Iran Footballers Issued US Visas for World Cup

Iran’s World Cup football players have been granted visas to enter the United States, according to a White House official, just 10 days before their first match in Los Angeles amid a conflict between the two countries.

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