Iraqi Striker Aymen Hussein Held Seven Hours at Chicago O’Hare

Iraqi national team forward Aymen Hussein was detained for about seven hours by U.S. border officials when he landed at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. He arrived with the Iraq squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup and underwent routine security screening and background checks during the lengthy hold. Officials eventually cleared him and he rejoined his teammates in training as they prepare for the tournament.

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