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No alcohol at 2034 World Cup, says Saudi ambassador

Alcohol will be completely banned during the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia, as confirmed by Prince Khalid bin Bandar Al Saud, the ambassador to the UK, stating that it will not be sold anywhere during the event, including hotels.
Human rights groups, including Amnesty International, have expressed concerns about the potential exploitation of migrant workers and discrimination against LGBTQIA+ individuals during the tournament.
Prince Khalid bin Bandar Al Saud emphasized that Saudi Arabia will not change its culture for visitors, stating, "Everyone has their own culture. We're happy to accommodate people within the boundaries of our culture."
Saudi Arabia has maintained a strict ban on alcohol since 1952, and the ambassador confirmed that no exceptions would be made for the World Cup, stating, "At the moment we do not allow alcohol.

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The Japan Times

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The Daily Caller

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9 days ago·Washington, United States

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5Pillars

Saudi Arabia announces alcohol ban at 2034 World Cup

Saudi Arabia has confirmed that there will be a full alcohol ban at the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The Saudi ambassador to the UK, Prince Khalid bin Bandar Al Saud, told LBC radio today that alcohol would not be sold during the tournament, including at hotels. “At the moment, we don’t allow alcohol,” he said. “Plenty […] The post Saudi Arabia announces alcohol ban at 2034 World Cup appeared first on 5Pillars.

9 days ago

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Origo

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Saudi Arabia, the host of the 2034 World Cup, will maintain a complete alcohol ban during the tournament.

9 days ago·Budapest, Hungary

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Daily Trust

No alcohol at 2034 World Cup, says Saudi ambassador - Daily Trust

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9 days ago

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Outkick

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9 days ago·Nashville, United States

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