Iranian-Americans protest against Iran team at World Cup

Iranian-Americans protest against Iran team at World Cup Calls to remove Iran’s clerical regime sounded outside Iran’s opening match at the World Cup. Iranian-Americans gathered in Los Angeles to protest the presence of Iran’s team, which they believe is linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Iran striker Mehdi Taremi told reporters this week that US-Iran political tension “undermines the joy” of the World Cup. You can read more about the atmosphere outside the stadium here and the match report is here . 2 hours ago Los Angeles Share Save Watch: What does the US-Iran deal to end war mean for Lebanon and Israel? It's not clear if the deal means the Israelis will pause their offensive in Lebanon, BBC international editor Jeremy Bowen reports. Middle East Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him In a call with the US president, the BBC’s Sarah Smith asked Trump about the war in Iran and his relationship with the Israeli leader. Middle East Bowen: 'Middle East is in turmoil' as Iran and Israel attack each other The BBC's international editor, Jeremy Bowen, said the public are "right to be worried" as the consequences of the war will be felt for generations. Middle East Watch: Lebanon-Israel ceasefire deal made in 'hope rather than expectation' BBC correspondent John Sudworth reports from the Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah support, Dahieh. Middle East Watch: New footage shows moment Iranian drone struck Kuwait airport One person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday. Middle East Are the US and Iran close to reaching a peace deal… again? BBC’s Sarah Smith looks at why both countries are in a tense cycle of negotiations, despite the progress President Trump consistently claims. Middle East Israel intensifies strikes on Lebanon during ceasefire, videos show Verified videos show strikes on densely populated neighbourhoods in southern Lebanon. Middle East BBC on the ground during march through Jerusalem's Old City Tens of thousands of Israeli celebrants have marched through the area captured by Israel in the 1967 Arab-Israeli war. Middle East BBC speaks to civilians inside Iran struggling with impact of war Iranian authorities have imposed an internet ban but using trusted sources, special correspondent Fergal Keane hears from those traumatised by conflict and government repression. Middle East Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runners Thousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon, which returns to Bethlehem after a two-year pause over the Gaza War. Middle East Trump pauses 'Project Freedom' after two days President Trump has suspended anoperation to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz - BBC Verify explains the timeline. Middle East Watch: The Lebanese neighbourhoods shattered by Israel's ten minute bombing raid The BBC’s Nawal Al-Maghafi has been piecing together what happened on 8 April 2026, after one of the deadliest chapters in the country’s recent history.