UN human rights chief urges 'rethink' of US immigration policy

United Nations human rights chief Volker Türk has called for a significant reevaluation of U.S. immigration policies, citing concerns over issues such as racial profiling and surveillance.

Concurrently, President Donald Trump addressed visa disputes related to the upcoming FIFA World Cup, stating that his administration is actively working to ensure that "the right people" are granted entry into the United States for the event. Trump confirmed he would attend some matches.

The issue gained attention following the denial of entry into the U.S. for Somali referee Omar Artan, who was expected to officiate World Cup games. U.S. Customs and Border Protection cited "vetting concerns" for the decision. FIFA has stated it is not involved in immigration processes and that Artan's status will not change, with the referee expressing his focus on future career challenges.

Iranian national team forward Mehdi Taremi shared that visa denials have created tension for athletes, impacting the atmosphere surrounding the World Cup. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum indicated that Mexico would host the Iranian team, given the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.