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World Service,06 Aug 2026,49 mins

Infantino sorry for 'errors'

Newsday

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Gianni Infantino has apologised for "errors" he made in controversial plans to sell off stakes in competitions to private investors, but will remain Fifa president after receiving the backing of senior executives in a meeting in Morocco. Ukrainian authorities say three people have been killed overnight by Russian strikes in the eastern city of Balakliia, as both sides continue to trade blows. We look at why shortages in air defence missiles is putting pressure on Ukraine to defend its cities. We speak to the Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže. And, Ugandan athletes who competed in the Commonwealth Games in Scotland are still missing. They vanished following the conclusion of the games in the Scottish city of Glasgow. We speak to Uganda's Sports Minister Peter Ogwang. Presenters: James Copnall and Catherine Byaruhanga (Photo: Fifa President Gianni Infantino attends a Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026 match. Credit: Jalal Morchidi/EPA)

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