Welt·6 g önceKI-Zusammenfassung Somali referee denied US entry, sparking national outcry
Somali international referee Omar Abdikadir Artan was denied entry into the US for the 2026 World Cup, sparking a public outcry and becoming a national symbol. Despite being selected by FIFA, Artan was interrogated for 11 hours and deported to Istanbul. The US cited alleged links to terrorist organizations, while Somalia's government failed in diplomatic efforts. Artan received a hero's welcome in Mogadishu, with officials and the public celebrating his achievement and resilience.