US Security Chief Celebrates Iran’s World Cup Exit With ‘Happy Dance’

The United States’ head of homeland security has openly celebrated Iran’s elimination from the World Cup, admitting he performed a “happy dance” when the team’s tournament hopes were dashed.

Secretary Markwayne Mullin, who was confirmed as Kristi Noem’s successor in March, made the candid remarks to reporters on Monday, just hours after Iran’s fate was sealed by results elsewhere in the competition.

Iran’s World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak on Sunday when Algeria and Austria played out a dramatic 3-3 draw, confirming that Iran would not progress as one of the eight best third-placed teams. The Iranian side had earlier held Egypt to a 1-1 draw on Saturday, but their goal differ...