Former Suriname President <strong>Chandrikapersad Santokhi</strong>, known for his investigations into political crimes from 1982, has died at the age of 62. His passing comes at a critical time for the nation, which seeks leadership to uphold justice and accountability.
The Surinamese government announced the sudden death of former President Chandrikapersad 'Chand' Santokhi on Monday, causing shock and sadness across the nation. Santokhi, who led the country until last year, left a profound political legacy.
Suriname is aiming to qualify for the 2026 World Cup through the global playoffs in Mexico, facing Bolivia first and then Iraq. The team consists of 22 players, out of 26, who were born in the Netherlands.
The Iraqi national team began its training today in Monterrey, Mexico, as part of preparations for the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff. The team arrived in Mexico the previous night ahead of a crucial match against the winner of the Bolivia vs. Suriname game.