The United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from OPEC and the OPEC+ alliance effective May 1, 2026, stating that the decision is sovereign and based on a comprehensive review of its
Read MoreFIFA has announced new disciplinary measures, including sending off players who leave the pitch in protest against refereeing decisions, and awarding a forfeit loss to any team responsible for a match being
Read MoreFIFA is considering an amendment to cancel yellow card accumulations at specific stages of the 2026 World Cup, particularly after the group stage and the quarter-finals. The proposal aims to reduce the
Read MoreFIFA has approved a rule amendment allowing referees to send off any player who covers their mouth during a confrontation with an opponent, in a move aimed at curbing racist abuse on
Read MoreReal Madrid have confirmed that defender Éder Militão will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup after undergoing surgery for a hamstring tear. In an official statement, the club said the operation was
Read MoreFIFA has announced a 15% increase in financial allocations for national teams participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing the total distribution to $871 million, up from the previously announced $727
Read MoreIn a fresh escalation, the United States has announced a broad sanctions package targeting shadow financial networks believed to help Iran bypass international restrictions. The U.S. Treasury said the measures include dozens
Read MoreMexico head coach Javier Aguirre has named a squad of 12 domestic league players for a training camp as preparations begin for the 2026 World Cup. He also called up eight additional
Read MoreThe United Nations said ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped by 95.3% since the outbreak of war on February 28. UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric cited data from UNCTAD showing
Read MoreAn Israeli court has rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s request to shorten the duration of his trial sessions in ongoing corruption cases. Netanyahu appeared before the Tel Aviv District Court for the
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