Humanitarian Visas Granted to Iranian Football Players in Australia

The Australian federal government has issued humanitarian visas to five Iranian football players.

The Australian federal government has issued humanitarian visas to five Iranian football players. These players had previously sought asylum within Australia.

The Coalition welcomed the government's decision regarding the visas.

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed that he met with the women and communicated that they were permitted to remain in Australia.

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed that he met with the women and communicated that they were permitted to remain in Australia.