Australia grants asylum to five Iranian women soccer players over concerns for safety

Source: The Washington Times stories: Politics · Bias: Center Right

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Australia said Monday it is granting asylum to five members of the Iranian women's soccer team, responding to concerns the players would be harmed if they returned to their home country.

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Australia grants asylum to five Iranian women soccer players over concerns for safety
The Washington Times stories: Politics

Australia grants asylum to five Iranian women soccer players over concerns for safety

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Australia said Monday it is granting asylum to five members of the Iranian women's soccer team, responding to concerns the players would be harmed if they returned to their home country.

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