FIFA's World Cup plans face criticism from football governing bodies, though the organization insists the proposal is not an 'obligation'.
A protest group claims that 30 people have died in Pakistan-administered Kashmir following unrest during the first round of regional elections.
According to Al Jazeera, Saudi Arabia has been selected to host the next three Asian Champions League Elite finals, extending its recent hosting streak.
A significant anchorage zone off the coast of Malaysia is reportedly serving as a key marketplace for sanctioned Iranian oil.
