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Trump envoy faces backlash for suggesting Italy replace Iran at World Cup

A Trump envoy suggested Italy replace Iran at the World Cup, prompting strong backlash from both nations. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that Iran's players can participate, but restrictions apply to personnel connected to the IRGC. Italy's sports minister stated that reinstatement is neither possible nor appropriate, emphasizing that teams must qualify on the pitch.

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