Sá Pinto's assistant admits to 'fear' experienced in Iran and recounts 'moments of tension'
All foreign members of Esteghlal, whether footballers or other staff, left Iran in the wake of the violent unrest that swept the country. Only Ricardo Sá Pinto, the head coach, remained in the country. In an interview with CNN Portugal, Nuno Morais, Sá Pinto's assistant, described the return to Portugal, thanked the support of the Portuguese Embassy in the country, and recounted 'small moments of tension' in recent days.
Sá Pinto takes refuge at the Portuguese embassy in Iran: "I would prefer not to witness a war again"
Ricardo Sá Pinto, manager of Esteghlal, was one of eight Portuguese nationals who informed the Portuguese embassy in Tehran of their intention to leave the country, at a time when reports of repression against protesters are increasing.
Portuguese-registered coach involved in major crash in southern France. Two people confirmed dead
A coach registered in Portugal was involved in a serious accident in southern France. Authorities have confirmed two fatalities.
Tragedy in Switzerland — authorities' priority is to identify the victims
Swiss authorities announced that 119 people were injured in the bar fire at the tourist resort. For now they are not disclosing the nationalities of the 40 recorded dead, but say that Portugal was one of the countries with which they have begun formal protocols to identify the deceased.
PSP and GNR step up road surveillance during New Year celebrations
Portugal's PSP (Public Security Police) and GNR (National Republican Guard) are increasing patrols and monitoring on roads during New Year celebrations to improve safety and help prevent accidents.
GNR Christmas and New Year operation: seven dead and 1,572 accidents in six days
In six days of the National Republican Guard's Christmas and New Year operation, seven people were killed in a total of 1,572 road traffic accidents. A further 32 were seriously injured.