Iran football team does not sing national anthem before FIFA World Cup game against England
The Hindu
The 11 Iranian players stood impassively and grim-faced as their anthem rang out around the Khalifa International Stadium
Iran's players did not sing their national anthem before their opening game of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar against England on Monday.
Ahead of the game, captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh said the team would decide "collectively" whether or not to refuse to sing the anthem in support of anti-government protesters in Iran.
The 11 Iranian players stood impassively and grim-faced as their anthem rang out around the Khalifa International Stadium.
Iran has been rocked by two months of nationwide protests since the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in morality police custody on September 16.
Amini, a 22-year-old Iranian of Kurdish origin, died three days after her arrest in Tehran over an alleged breach of the Islamic republic's dress code for women, which includes the mandatory hijab headscarf.
Some Iranian athletes have chosen not to sing the national anthem or celebrate their victories in support of the protesters.
Commerce Secretary Agrawal announces a near trade deal with the U.S., amid rising India-U.S. merchandise exports.
Four astronauts make historic splashdown after the first medical evacuation from the ISS, ensuring safety and stability on Earth.
Russia expresses serious concern over NATO's military presence in Greenland, citing rising tensions in the Arctic region.
Trump is meeting Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, amid shifting dynamics following Maduro's capture.
A crane collapse in Thailand kills two and injures five, following a recent train accident that claimed 32 lives.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro will meet Donald Trump on February 3 to discuss escalating diplomatic tensions and military threats.
A federal officer shot a man in Minneapolis during an arrest attempt after being attacked, sparking ongoing tensions and protests.
Trump questions Reza Pahlavi's potential support in Iran amidst ongoing protests and government crackdowns.
Iran extends airspace closure for commercial flights amid rising tensions with the U.S. over domestic protests and potential executions.
Elon Musk's Grok AI is restricted from generating undressing images amid global backlash and legal investigations over explicit content.
Iran protest live updates: Iran further extends order closing its airspace to commercial aircraft as tensions remain high. Follow The Hindu for LIVE updates
Senate Republicans reject a war powers resolution limiting Trump's actions in Venezuela, showcasing his influence over the GOP.
Trump claims Iran's execution plans for protesters have ceased, despite Tehran signaling imminent fast trials and executions.