FIFA has stated it will "monitor developments" in Iran following the outbreak of military action by the United States, the co-hosts of the 2026 men's World Cup, against the Middle Eastern nation.

The situation arose after President Donald Trump announced the commencement of missile strikes on Iran on Saturday, calling the mission a "major combat operation." Iran has qualified for the World Cup and is scheduled to play its group games in the U.S.

FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafstrom addressed the matter at the International Football Association Board's annual general meeting in Cardiff, Wales. "I read the news [about Iran] this morning the same way you did," Grafstrom said. "We had a meeting today and it is premature to comment in detail, but we will monitor developments around all issues around the world."

"We had the finals draw in Washington in which all teams participated, and our focus is on a safe World Cup with all the teams participating."

Grafstrom emphasized FIFA's commitment to safety, adding, "We will continue to communicate as we always do with three [host] governments as we always do in any case. Everybody will be safe."

Iran qualified for the tournament through the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and is drawn in Group G alongside Belgium, New Zealand, and Egypt. According to the schedule, Los Angeles is set to host two of Iran's matches, while Seattle will stage its game against Egypt on June 26.