FIFA President Gianni Infantino has voiced opposition to banning Russia and Israel from international football, arguing that such sanctions have not led to positive outcomes and only increased frustration. In an interview with Sky News, Infantino suggested that FIFA should consider lifting Russia's ban and potentially revise its statutes to prevent future exclusions based on political actions. He also defended the decision to award former United States President Donald Trump the FIFA Peace Prize, citing efforts toward global peace and referencing support from Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado. Infantino dismissed calls for boycotts of the upcoming World Cup over political controversies, emphasizing football's role in bringing people together despite global divisions.