Iranian Soccer Team Members Granted Asylum in Australia

0:00Welcome to Sydney News Today, two minutes of news that matter to Sydney. Homophares Minister Tony Burke confirmed two more members of the Iranian women's soccer team have been granted asylum in Australia. This includes a 21-year-old, forward name Mahatase Zofi and a support staff member. They joined five players who slipped away from their handlers on Monday night in Brisbane. Officials met privately with the remaining players and staff before their scheduled flight to Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday night. They explained legal rights to seek protection, away from any minors, with interpreters present. One player hesitated right up to boarding time at Sydney Airport. She spoke with family in Iran for advice, but ultimately chose to leave on the flight. Burke praised his team's efforts and stressed there was no pressure to stay. He noted Australia does not force decisions and was glad some officials return home as they lacked the character for asylum here. Before the women's Asian Cup, the government rejected visas for officials linked to Iran's Hardline regime, including those connected to the IRGC.

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