US keeps travel rules for Iran ahead of Belgium World Cup clash
TL;DR
The United States will maintain Iran’s travel restrictions for the World Cup fixtures in Los Angeles and, later, Seattle, with plans to reassess after the Belgium game. Iran criticized the limits and had visa issues resolved for one player, but the 24-hour pre-match travel rule and immediate post-match return to base remain in place as officials say the policy balances security and tournament access.
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