Australia Grants Safe Haven to Iranian Women’s Soccer Team
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Five members of Iran’s women’s soccer team, including captain Zahra Ghanbari, were granted permission to stay in Australia after concerns for their safety amid threats tied to not singing the national anthem; Australia’s Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said visas would be provided under a temporary humanitarian pathway (likely subclass 449), and other teammates were welcome to stay if they chose. The move follows growing international advocacy and echoes previous asylum cases in sport, with protests and debate continuing about the players’ safety and future.
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