World Cup Travel Row: The U.S. says it will keep assessing Iran’s FIFA World Cup travel arrangements, but for now the plan stands: Iran must travel to venues within 24 hours of kick-off and return to its Tijuana base immediately after matches. Egypt Match Focus: Iran’s coach Amir Ghalenoei says he’s been told restrictions may ease for the third Group G game vs Egypt in Seattle, after the Belgium match in Los Angeles. Logistics Pressure: Iran complains about visa and last-minute schedule changes that cut training time, with Giuliani calling the situation “dynamic” and outlining a 27-minute flight back to Tijuana after Belgium. Group G Stakes: Belgium and Iran meet in a pivotal Group G clash in Los Angeles, with both sides on one point after Egypt held Belgium 1-1 in the opener. Tourism Signal for Egypt: UN data shows Middle East international arrivals fell 14% in Q1 2026, but Egypt bucked the trend with a 16% rise in inbound visitors. Archaeology Boost: Egypt’s Minya mission uncovered two ancient tombs at Jabal Al-Tair, adding new clues on funerary architecture from the Predynastic era onward.