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"I am very happy and everyone at FIFA is very happy that he was let go to return to Australia," said Infantino at a press conference in Istanbul.
Araibi made a triumphant return to Australia on Tuesday after being arrested on November 27, while he was on honeymoon at the request of the Bahraini authorities who accused him of offenses related to the uprisings of the country. Arab Spring of 2011.
The footballer rejected accusations and accusations that he was prosecuted for his political opinion.
His detention sparked a worldwide outcry in international organizations, including FIFA, which demanded his release, but the Asian Football Federation was blamed for his silence.
"FIFA's position has always been very clear and mine too," said Infantino.
"We are working for this solution with official channels and behind the scenes," he added.
"I prefer to have results than to make big statements, we know our responsibilities and our mission, we try to do our best and today, I think we can celebrate the fact that everything is finished in a very positive way. "
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