US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack says Iran’s national football squad has received visas to participate in the World Cup in the United States.
Iran’s national football team has reportedly been granted visas to enter the United States ahead of participation in the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
The confirmation was made by United States Ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, who stated that the visas had been approved to allow the squad travel for the tournament.
The development arrives amid continuing international attention on diplomatic and travel relations involving Iran and the United States, making the visa approval a notable aspect of preparations for the global football event.
Although tensions between both countries have often shaped broader diplomatic conversations, the approval signals that arrangements connected to international sporting participation are proceeding ahead of the competition.
The World Cup remains one of the largest international sporting events globally, with participating nations expected to complete travel and visa processes months before the tournament begins.
No additional details were immediately provided regarding the timing of the team’s arrival or further travel arrangements beyond the confirmation that visas had been granted.