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FIA confirms it monitors Middle East motorsport events amid escalating military tensions following a US-Israel strike on Iran. Formula 1, MotoGP, and World Endurance Championship races are scheduled in Qatar, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia in the coming weeks. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem emphasizes that safety and wellbeing will dictate decisions regarding these events. He states, “We are in close contact with our Member Clubs, championship promoters, teams, and colleagues on the ground.” While the Australian Grand Prix remains unaffected, personnel traveling through Qatar and the UAE face route changes. The situation intensifies for upcoming events, with pre-season WEC testing in Qatar and the Bahrain Grand Prix on the horizon. Dialogue and civilian protection are priorities, as the FIA liaises with local authorities and teams to ensure responsible decision-making. The governing body remains vigilant as the Middle Eastern motorsport calendar approaches.
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