Politicians from more than 30 nations opposed the return of the athletes from the two countries. Whereas Ukraine threatened a boycott.
The Danish Fencing Federation has also joined the growing list of organizations refusing to host competitions with Russia or Belarus athletes.
The government of Ukraine has declared that none of its athletes would take part in any Olympic qualifying competitions in Paris in 2024 where Russian athletes will be taking part.
Russian boxer Anastasiia Demurchian received congratulations from Russian President Vladimir Putin after winning gold at the IBA Women's World Championships
Although Artur Dalaloyan voiced his displeasure with the IOC's advice, he was adamant in his resolve to stick with Dynamo, the team that has played a significant role in his life s...
The Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is considering permitting Russian athletes to participate in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
The FIE is charged in the letter with failing to uphold its responsibility to protect athletes, notably Ukrainians.
Following Vladimir Putin's election in 2012, Dmitry Medvedev, who held the office of President for one term, was replaced.
The UK government has backed World Athletics' decision to keep the ban on Russian and Belarussian competitors in place owing to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
With the International Boxing Association lifting its bans in October 2021, Russian boxers were once again eligible to compete at the Women's World Championships.