Five members of Iran’s women’s soccer team are now safely under the protection of the Australian government after President Trump’s strong uring that they be given asylum.
Controversy has swirled around the women since their first match at the Women’s Asian Cup, now being held in several cities across Australia, CNN reported.
Consequently, ahead of their scheduled departure time, five of the Iranian players appealed to Australian officials and are now safely under the protection of the government there.
Authorities have offered sanctuary for the team and say they hope other members soon decide to join their five sisters.
Reza Pahlavi, the son of…
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