30 countries called to block Russian athletes: what is known.

According to inkorr.com: Representatives of the governments of more than 30 partner countries have issued a joint statement regarding the decision of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) on the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus. In the document, they expressed concern over the ongoing war, violations of the Olympic Charter, and called for the absence of peaceful coexistence with the participation of athletes from these countries in international competitions.

Support for the IOC Decision

Countries also supported the decision of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to ban Russia from the 2026 Winter Olympics and suspend the membership of the Olympic Committee of Russia. Some signatories emphasized the importance of receiving clarifications from the IPC regarding the possible participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus in future Paralympic competitions.

Thanks to Ukraine

Ukrainian Minister of Sports Matviy Bidny thanked partner countries for supporting a common position on this important issue.

This statement is a testament to international unity regarding the situation surrounding Russia and Belarus in the context of sports. Support from partner countries reflects a global trend of countering the use of sports in political conflicts. The next steps of the IPC and their decision regarding the participation of athletes from these countries in further competitions may significantly influence the development of events on the international stage.