Iran's Women's Team Faces Backlash for Anthem Silence

0:00What's up, Sydney? This is Sydney News today, bringing you the city's fastest updates on what is happening now. Iran's women's football team is spacing backlash after staying silent during the National Anthem before their game against South Korea on the gold. Coast. Many see this as a quiet stand against the regime. Stay television quickly condemn the players, calling their actions outright betrayal. Just the night before against the Matilda's, the team saying the Anthem loudly, following clear instructions from above. A hard-mind presenter on Iran State TV ramped up the criticism, warning that in wartime, such behavior demands harsh punishment for traders. Safety worries are mounting for the players, as Iranian law treats treason with severe penalties like long prison sentences or even execution. Regime-connected staff are traveling with the team, limiting their freedom to move or use phones. Sources near the team say, seeking asylum in Australia is off the table for most. Since families back home face direct threats if they don't return,

1:02an Iranian Australian observer described a heavy regime presence around the group right here in the neighborhood. The team has one final match against the Philippines on Sunday, on the Gold Coast. With widespread airspace shutdowns across the Middle East, due to the conflict, it's unclear when or how they'll head back. D&N is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. No need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPelo.com.