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FIFA promises Iran World Cup entry despite US travel ban

Iran's coach reveals FIFA President Gianni Infantino has promised all teams can compete in the 2026 World Cup in North America, despite an ongoing US travel ban on the nation. Read the latest on the diplomatic sports row.

Iranian Currency Plummets to New Low Under Sanctions

Iran's rial currency has collapsed to a historic low of 1.2 million to the US dollar, intensifying economic hardship for citizens as nuclear sanctions bite. Discover the causes and consequences.

Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw Over US Visas

Iran will boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC after the US limited visas for its delegation. The protest highlights ongoing political tensions impacting global sports.

UK Couple on Hunger Strike in Iran Jail: Son's Plea

Lindsay and Craig Foreman mark a birthday in an Iranian prison. Their son Joe reveals they are on hunger strike, having 'lost all hope' after nearly a year detained on 'ludicrous' spying charges.

Ireland introduces strict new immigration rules

Ireland announces stricter immigration measures to curb population growth, including higher income thresholds and longer citizenship waiting periods. Discover the full details of the new policy.

Iran rejects UN atomic watchdog resolution

Iran condemns the UN atomic watchdog's resolution as 'anti-Iranian' and threatens further retaliatory actions, escalating nuclear tensions. Discover the latest developments.

Iran child bride faces execution unless £80k paid

A teenage child bride in Iran faces imminent execution unless her family can raise £80,000 in 'blood money' after she killed her abusive husband in self-defence. The shocking case has drawn international condemnation.

Dublin hotels full amid UK asylum seeker influx

Dublin accommodation providers are experiencing unprecedented pressure as the UK government considers relocating asylum seekers to Ireland, creating a potential humanitarian crisis in the Irish capital.

Dublin and Kingston Forge Historic Friendship Pact

In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, Dublin and Kingston have established an unprecedented city-to-city partnership, creating the first-ever direct link between the Irish and Jamaican capitals with plans for cultural and economic cooperation.

Irish minister turned away from Belfast hotel

Irish Minister for Integration Roderic O'Gorman was refused accommodation at a Belfast hotel, prompting serious concerns from Dublin about political motivations behind the incident.

Mary McGee, contraception rights pioneer, dies

Tributes pour in for Mary McGee, the courageous Irish woman whose landmark 1973 Supreme Court case paved the way for legalising contraception in Ireland, ending decades of restrictive laws.

Irish Speaker met FBI-wanted Iranian agent

Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl faces intense scrutiny after meeting with man wanted by FBI for plotting kidnapping of journalist Masih Alinejad in New York.

British couple losing hope in Iran prison

Exclusive: A British couple imprisoned in Iran on espionage charges reveal their fading hope as diplomatic efforts stall and prison conditions worsen in shocking new testimony.

Iranian women defy compulsory hijab in street protests

Brave Iranian women are staging public demonstrations against mandatory headscarf laws, dancing unveiled in the streets while the regime intensifies its crackdown on female singers and social media content creators.

Irish President declines Belfast event invitation

President Michael D. Higgins declines invitation to historic Belfast event amid concerns about protocol and cross-border relations, creating political waves in both Ireland and the UK.

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