Iran flag removed from Paralympics opening ceremony after sole athlete withdraws over travel safety concerns
Iran's only athlete in the 2026 Winter Paralympics has withdrawn due to safety concerns amid military tensions, leading to the removal of the Iranian flag from the event.
Sole Iranian competitor out of Paralympics due to Middle East war
Iran's only competitor for the Paralympics has withdrawn due to safety concerns related to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Iran will not participate in the Paralympics: Mianaei cannot reach Italy for security reasons
Iran has announced it will not attend the Milan-Cortina Paralympics due to security concerns preventing athlete Aboulfazl Khatibi Mianaei from traveling safely.
Iran Must Miss Paralympics: - Very Disappointing
Iran's representative Aboulfazl Khatibi Mianaei is unable to attend the Paralympics due to safety concerns amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.