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FIFA should call on US authorities not to target World Cup events for immigration enforcement, including through 287(g) arrangements.

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US: ICE Arrest at FIFA Event Spotlights Dangers for World Cup
The arrest and return of an asylum seeker who took his children to the Club World Cup soccer tournament final on July 13, 2025, raises serious concerns about the safety of noncitizens attending the 20...
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December 3, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Immigration and other authorities have dramatically scaled up the number of arrests and detentions since the beginning of the Trump admin.

From January 20 to October 15, ICE arrested at least 92,392 people in and around cities where World Cup games will be played.
December 3, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Landmines: Action Needed to Reinforce Ban
The Landmine Monitor 2025 emphasizes new challenges to the treaty and continued progress.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:07 PM