US will fight any attempt to ban Israel from World Cup
Published: 9/25/2025

The US government aims to block any potential ban on Israel's participation in the 2026 World Cup following a UN report accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Spain's Prime Minister and UN experts have urged sporting sanctions against Israel, including a possible suspension by UEFA. The upcoming World Cup, hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada, faces potential controversy as pressure mounts for action against Israel's national soccer team over the alleged human rights violations in Gaza.