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AFC open to postponing Asian Cup as attacks in Saudi Arabia disrupt sports calendar

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The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is reportedly open to postponing the upcoming Asian Cup following recent security incidents in Saudi Arabia that have caused widespread disruption to the regional sports calendar.

The decision comes in the wake of a deadly strike on Riyadh's international airport on Saturday. The attack resulted in at least 12 fatalities and left more than 300 individuals wounded, prompting immediate security concerns and logistical challenges for upcoming major sporting events hosted in the country.

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