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World Boxing has accepted national federations from the aggressor states of Russia and Belarus, pending approval at its congress.

Belarusian experts discuss the effectiveness of sanctions against Belarus and Russia, urging for stronger measures amid changing geopolitical dynamics.

Belarusian experts from the organization Belpol emphasize that sanctions against Belarus and Russia are effective and should be intensified to further pressure the regimes.

Latvia calls for a review of the zonal division in volleyball to ensure a safe and predictable competition environment for young athletes, separating itself and other Baltic nations from aggressor states.

Latvia remains committed to participating in international competitions despite concerns over the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes, reflecting its support for Ukraine.

Latvia and seven other countries have condemned a decision that allows athletes from aggressor states to compete under their national symbols, voicing concerns about its impact on international efforts to isolate Russia and Belarus due to the ongoing war against Ukraine.

A discussion event will focus on reducing economic ties with aggressor states, featuring representatives from various political parties and business organizations in Latvia.

Latvia advocates for a collective stance against the neutrality of athletes from aggressor states, supporting Ukraine and cooperating with Nordic countries.

The coalition in Latvia is debating a trade cessation plan with Russia and Belarus, but disagreements among members have stalled progress.

The State Security Service of Latvia has received requests from several institutions to allow citizens of Russia and Belarus access to critical infrastructure under exceptional circumstances, although no such permissions have been granted thus far.

The article discusses how the upcoming Paralympic Games will transform the perception of Russian and Belarusian symbols in sports, as they shift from banned items to accepted symbols, affecting disinformation campaigns targeting Ukraine.

The president of the Olympic Committee has refrained from discussing the status of athletes from aggressor states such as Russia and Belarus during the upcoming Milan-Cortina Games.

A Russian athlete has won a silver medal at the 2026 Milan and Cortina Winter Olympics, voicing outrage over the struggles faced by 'neutral' athletes from aggressor states.

Italy opposes the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus in the Paralympic Games under its flag due to their aggressive actions.

LSM has decided against broadcasting the Paralympic events that feature athletes from aggressor states in light of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

LSM has decided not to broadcast Paralympic events featuring athletes from aggressor states, particularly in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Latvia's Paralympic delegation has chosen to participate remotely in the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Verona, contingent on the absence of representatives from aggressor states like Russia.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that athletes from Russia and Belarus should not compete in the Paralympics under their national flags due to the ongoing military conflict in Ukraine.

Latvian downhill skier Mārtiņš Oliņš has announced he will not compete in the Paralympic Games following the allocation of quotas to para-athletes from Russia and Belarus.

The Ombudsman has stated that the suspension of citizens from aggressor states from working in critical infrastructure complies with the law and human rights standards.

The Latvian Ministry of Transport plans to remove the names of cities from aggressor states from road signs, responding to public demands following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the participation of athletes from aggressor states in the Olympics, highlighting Latvia's opposition and the broader societal discontent with recent decisions made by the International Olympic Committee.

The IIHF president called for the swift reintegration of Russian and Belarusian hockey players, despite ongoing sanctions due to the invasion of Ukraine.