Ukrainian Skeleton Athlete: 'I will compete in 2030 with my helmet and win a medal'
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch, who was excluded from the Winter Games for wearing a helmet honoring war victims, calls for visible protests against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the upcoming Paralympics.
Germany shows solidarity with Ukraine: another country joins boycott of Paralympics-2026 opening ceremony
Germany's national team will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Paralympic Games in Verona in response to the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
'Focused on the sport' - British Paralympians determined not to be distracted by inclusion of Russian athletes
British Paralympians are maintaining focus on their performance despite the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the Winter Paralympics, which has drawn criticism from officials.
LRT television will not promote Russian and Belarusian athletes: refused to broadcast the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics
LRT has decided not to broadcast the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.
Due to Russia and Belarus: German Athletes Boycott Paralympics Opening Ceremony
German Para-athletes will not attend the opening ceremony of the Paralympics in Milan and Cortina due to the participation of Russian and Belarusian delegations.
The Estonian delegation will not participate in the Winter Paralympic Games opening ceremony
The Estonian delegation has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympic Games due to the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under their flags.
TVP joins the boycott. It will not show Paralympians from Russia and Belarus
TVP has announced it will boycott the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the upcoming Paralympic Winter Games due to concerns over their countries' involvement in crimes against Ukraine.
Due to Russia and Belarus's participation, LRT will not broadcast the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games
Lithuania's LRT has decided not to broadcast the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in solidarity with Baltic public broadcasters, rejecting the International Paralympic Committee's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete with their flags.
Enough with the narrative of Paralympic heroes. Wars outside the Games
As the Winter Paralympics approach, Italy faces turmoil overshadowing the sporting event due to international tensions and political decisions regarding Russian and Belarusian athletes.
The Russian flag again next to the Olympic torch. Not only Ukrainians are protesting
The upcoming Paralympic Winter Games in Cortina dโAmpezzo face boycotts from several countries due to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes amid ongoing political tensions.
The Government of the Republic of Croatia boycotts the opening of the Winter Paralympic Games
The Croatian government has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympic Games in Italy in solidarity with Ukraine, opposing the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.
Four new delegations will boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in support of Ukraine
Four new delegations, including Finland, will join Ukraine in boycotting the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina in protest of Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under their own flags.
Netherlands refuse to host European Para Swimming Championships over admission of Russians and Belarusians
The Netherlands has declined to host the European Para Swimming Championships due to the allowance of Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their own flags.
Climbers from the Aggressor Country Can Again Access the Wall
The World Climbing Federation has lifted its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes, allowing them to compete under neutral status.
Finland Boycotts โ The Reason is the Russians
Finland has announced its boycott of the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Paralympics at the request of Ukraine, joining other countries in protest against the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Delfi covered the Olympic Games but will boycott the Paralympics. Why is it debatable?
Delfi announces it will not cover the Winter Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina if Russian and Belarusian athletes compete, sparking debates on media responsibilities.
International Paralympic Committee Head: We Encourage Ukrainians to Participate
The International Paralympic Committee encourages Ukrainian athletes to participate in the upcoming Milan-Cortina Paralympics despite the controversy surrounding the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Italy's Sports Minister Responds to Moscow's Accusations: The Russians Should Stop Killing Ukrainians
Italy's Sports Minister Andrea Abodi rejects the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their flags in the upcoming 2026 Paralympic Games, following criticism from the Kremlin.
Athletes under neutral flag: Russia's vanguard in its attempt to return its flag to the Olympic Games
Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under a neutral flag signals the beginning of their gradual reintegration into international sports amid political pressures and the ongoing debate on neutrality during the war in Ukraine.
Trump envoy backs Russiaโs Paralympic comeback โ NYT
US special representative Paolo Zampolli supports the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes to the Paralympic Games following their ban due to the Ukraine conflict.
Lithuania joins the boycott of the opening ceremony of the Italian Paralympics due to the presence of Russians
Lithuania has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Italian Paralympics due to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their own flags.
Ukraine boycotts the ceremony against the Paralympics in Russia
Ukraine has announced a boycott of the opening ceremony of the Paralympics in protest against the re-admission of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Czechia to Boycott Opening Ceremony of Paralympic Games Due to Russian Participation
The Czech Paralympic Committee announced it will boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games set for March 6 in Verona, protesting the International Paralympic Committee's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete.
A Decision by Two Countries at the Paralympic Games: They Will Boycott the Opening Ceremony
Ukraine's Paralympic team and the Czech Republic's Paralympic Committee have announced they will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Paralympics due to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Ukraine will boycott the opening of the Paralympic Games due to the Russian flag
Ukrainian athletes will boycott the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.
A gesture no one asked for: Ukraine turns the Paralympics into a political circus
Ukraine has announced a boycott of the 2026 Paralympics opening ceremony due to disagreement over Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under their flags, a sentiment echoed by Lithuania's prime minister.
Estonian sports officials to boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Paralympic Games
The Estonian Paralympic Committee has announced its decision to boycott the opening ceremony of the upcoming Paralympic Games in solidarity with Ukraine against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Ukraine boycotts the opening ceremony at the Paralympics โ protesting against Russia's participation
Ukraine's athletes will not attend the opening ceremony of the Paralympics in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their own flags.
Ukraine boycotts the opening ceremony of the Paralympics
Ukraine is boycotting the opening ceremony of the Paralympics in protest against Russian and Belarusian athletes participating under their own flags.
Ukrainian Paralympic team to boycott the opening ceremony due to controversy
The Ukrainian Paralympic team is boycotting the opening ceremony of the upcoming Winter Paralympic Games in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Ukrainian Delegation to Boycott Paralympic Opening Ceremony in Protest of Russian Participation
Ukraine's Paralympic Committee announced that its athletes will boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics in opposition to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Outrage erupts after Russian, Belarusian invited to Paralympics under their nationsโ flags
The International Paralympic Committee faces backlash for allowing Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags at the upcoming Paralympics in Italy.
Italy's slap at Russian and Belarusian Paralympic staff - plans to stop visas
Italy is proposing to revoke visas for technical and medical staff accompanying Russian and Belarusian Paralympic athletes, causing concern for the well-being of athletes needing specialized support.
Hosts Italy voice โabsolute oppositionโ to Russia flag flying at Winter Paralympics
Italy has expressed strong opposition to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes with national flags at the upcoming Paralympic Games in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Lithuanian Prime Minister cancels visit to the Paralympics in protest against Russia and Belarus participation
Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene has canceled her attendance at the Milan-Cortina Paralympics to protest the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.
Ukraine rules out boycott of 2026 Paralympics despite Russian and Belarusian athletes being allowed to compete
Ukraine's National Paralympic Committee President Valerii Sushkevych declares that Ukraine will not boycott the 2026 Paralympics despite the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Lithuanian PM to boycott Paralympics over participation of Russians and Belarusians
Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienฤ has announced a boycott of the Milan-Cortina Paralympic Games in response to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.
Polish officials will boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games
Poland's Sports Ministry announces a boycott of the Paralympic Games opening ceremony due to the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes allowed to compete with their national symbols.
Russia and Belarus do not belong in the Paralympics, Czechs are angry
The Czech Paralympic Committee strongly opposes the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the upcoming Paralympic Games due to Russiaโs aggression in Ukraine.
Why are Russian athletes able to participate in the Paralympics as representatives of their country?
Russian and Belarusian athletes will participate as representatives of their countries in the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics starting March 6, despite ongoing conflict in Ukraine, prompting backlash from Ukraine.
Lithuania joins Poland in boycotting the Paralympic Games
Lithuanian Prime Minister I. Ruginienฤ announces her decision to boycott the Paralympic Games in response to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
The Russian flag will soon fly in Italy - This is how Zelensky reacted
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed disbelief and outrage over the decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete in the Paralympics under their national flags, calling it a 'dirty decision.'
A firm step: Ukrainian and Polish politicians will boycott the Paralympic Games
Ukrainian and Polish officials have announced their decision to boycott the Paralympic Games in response to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Volodymyr Zelensky calls the decision of the Paralympic Committee dirty
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the International Paralympic Committee's decision regarding Russian and Belarusian athletes as 'dirty' and 'un-European' in an interview.
Ruginienฤ will boycott the Paralympic Games due to the permission for Russians and Belarusians to participate
I. Ruginienฤ announced her decision to boycott the Paralympic Games in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Ukraine Decides Against Government Officials' Participation in Paralympic Opening Ceremony in Protest of Russian Participation
Ukraine's government officials will not attend the opening ceremony of the upcoming Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina as a protest against the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Zelenskyy condemns decision to let Russians and Belarusians compete under national flags at 2026 Paralympics
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has criticized the decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to participate under their national flags in the upcoming 2026 Paralympic Games.
Six Russians and four Belarusians to compete under their nations' flags at 2026 Paralympic Games
Six Russian and four Belarusian athletes are allowed to compete under their national flags at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Italy following a decision by the International Paralympic Committee.
Russian and Belarusian skiers allowed to participate in the Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics
Russian and Belarusian athletes have been granted ten spots to compete in the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics amidst ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Estonian public media will not broadcast competitions with Russian and Belarusian Paralympians
Estonian public broadcaster ERR will not air the Milan and Cortina Paralympic Games where Russian and Belarusian athletes will compete under their flags.