FIFA accused of ‘deception’ in open letter from confederation presidents
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces mounting criticism as UEFA, CONCACAF and the AFC demand an independent review into FIFA’s handling of a controversial World Cup rights proposal.
Trump’s Iran strategy depends on economic pain. The pain is mounting
Iran’s deepening economic crisis is pushing workers into debt and poverty as inflation erodes wages, housing costs soar and US economic pressure intensifies.
Saudi Arabia turns to Muslim military heavyweights in landmark defense pact as Iran war closes in
Saudi Arabia has signed a trilateral defense pact with Pakistan and Turkey, creating a collective-security alliance aimed at strengthening regional deterrence as tensions with Iran continue to escalate.
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino’s apology doesn’t quell Europe’s boycott plans as reckoning looms
Pressure is mounting on FIFA President Gianni Infantino as UEFA maintains its boycott threat and global soccer leaders continue demanding accountability despite FIFA's public apology.
Infantino apologizes for ‘mistakes’ but retains FIFA’s backing at crisis meeting
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has retained the support of senior FIFA leadership despite mounting calls for his resignation over a failed proposal to commercialize World Cup rights.
Soccer legend Figo says beleaguered Infantino ‘must go’ as FIFA holds crisis meeting
Soccer icon Luis Figo is calling for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down after the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell private stakes in the World Cup.
China hits US with sanctions, drone export curbs ahead of Xi visit
China has announced new sanctions and export controls targeting U.S. companies, escalating trade and technology tensions just weeks before an anticipated summit between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
No Russian ballistic missiles shot down by Ukraine in night of attacks that killed 17
A devastating overnight Russian missile barrage killed at least 17 people in Kyiv, exposing Ukraine's dwindling air defense capabilities and intensifying calls for more Western military support.
Thousands of migrants went to Ceuta seeking better lives. These families are still waiting for the proof-of-life call
As families search desperately for loved ones missing after a deadly migrant surge at the Morocco–Spain border, uncertainty has become another devastating toll of the humanitarian crisis.
Ferran Torres on World Cup-winning goal: ‘It was the best moment in my life’
World Cup hero Ferran Torres is still soaking in the moment after scoring the title-winning goal for Spain, a dream fulfilled that has forever changed his life and fueled ambitions for another championship.
US deports Venezuelans for the first time since deadly earthquakes in June
The United States has resumed deportation flights to Venezuela for the first time since devastating earthquakes struck the country, returning more than 100 migrants as recovery efforts continue.
Russia says seven killed as Ukrainian drone hits crowded Russian beach
A Ukrainian drone strike turned deadly on a crowded Russian Black Sea beach, killing at least seven people as Kyiv and Moscow dispute whether Russian air defenses caused the civilian casualties.
Cape Verde’s Pico Lopes reflects on World Cup run: ‘We deserve to be here’
Cape Verde captured the world's imagination at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, proving the tournament's biggest underdog belonged on soccer's grandest stage with a historic run fueled by belief, resilience and national pride.
Trump gets conflicting messages as he seeks an exit ramp from the Iran war
As the Iran war drags on, President Donald Trump faces mounting pressure from allies at home and abroad, with Saudi Arabia urging de-escalation while Israel presses for tougher action against Tehran.
Russia’s new target: Ukrainian civilians filling up at gas stations
Russia has intensified attacks on Ukrainian gas stations, striking hundreds of fuel sites in recent months in what Ukrainian officials say is a campaign to disrupt daily life, intimidate civilians and undermine critical infrastructure.

