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World Cup 2026: Iran-Linked Activists Threaten Attack

Iran-linked activists have threatened an attack on the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, according to a report by Handelsblatt. Details on the nature or target of the planned attack remain unclear.

World Cup 2026: Iran-Linked Activists Threaten Attack
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Iran-linked activists are threatening an attack on the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, as reported by Handelsblatt in its World Cup news blog. No details were initially given on the type of planned attack or specific targets.

In other blog updates, CDU leader Friedrich Merz sent a video message to the German national team (DFB). Ecuador’s president made beer cheaper for the World Cup. ZDF aired the World Cup opening show late, sparking anger online.

Source: www.handelsblatt.com