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Iranian Female Footballers Face Death Penalty Threats for Refusing to Sing National Anthem

Following a courageous gesture at the Asian Cup, Iran's women's national football team is facing backlash from the Tehran regime. State television has labeled them 'war traitors' for their refusal to sing the national anthem prior to a match against South Korea, a charge that carries a potential death penalty.

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