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International Olympic Committee (IOC)

October 19, 2022

Ukraine: German Olympic body wants sanctions on Russia extended

The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) is calling for an extension of the sanctions on Russia and Belarus.

German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB)
October 5, 2022

Boxing: World body to allow Russian athletes to compete at events

IBA added that both Russian and Belarus teams would be able to perform under their flags, and the national anthems will be played in case they win a gold medal.

July 6, 2022

Thirty-five nations demand removal of Russia, Belarus from global federations

The countries said anyone with close ties to Russia or Belarus should also be removed from important sports posts.

Russian Football Federation boss Alexander Dyukov
June 9, 2022

IOC makes U-turn, condemns banning of Russian athletes

“This is against all the principles we are standing for. If we leave this to the governments, then we are becoming a political tool.”

IOC
February 28, 2022

IOC wants Russia, Belarus banned from all sports competitions

The IOC also recommended that no international sport event is organised in Russia.

Olympics rings used to tell the story.
February 27, 2022

FIFA bans use of Russian national anthem at all competitions, renames national team

FIFA calls again for the urgent restoration of peace and for constructive dialogue to commence immediately.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino
July 27, 2021

Tokyo Olympics: Judokas refuse to fight with Israeli athlete

One of the judokas who said it was due to his belief in the Palestinian cause was suspended by the governing body and sent home.

July 20, 2021

World Lacrosse, other federations granted full IOC recognition

The full recognition was granted at the 138th session on Tuesday.

May 14, 2021

Calls to cancel Tokyo Olympics intensify as 350,000 petition organisers

Nationwide, Japan has seen about 656,000 confirmed cases, with 11,161 deaths.

A composite of Tokyo 2020 logo and Naomi Osaka used to illustrate the story