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- Iran's participation in the World Cup remains uncertain as tensions rise after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
- Mehdi Taj, president of the Iranian Football Federation, expressed doubt about the team's involvement.
- FIFA regulations permit replacing withdrawing nations, with Iraq and the United Arab Emirates named as substitutes.
- The United States has restricted visa access for Iranian officials, including Taj, for the World Cup draw.
