Paralympics, the government's letter to the international committee: 'Russian athletes only as neutrals'
The Italian government has communicated to the International Paralympic Committee that Russian athletes should only participate as neutral competitors, with no national anthem or flag, highlighting a broader diplomatic stance against Russia.
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.
The Paralympic Torch Arrives at the Duomo. Today the Journey to the Arena in Verona Restarts
The Paralympic torch was lit in the Duomo square in Milan, with key local officials emphasizing the event's significance and the athletes' messages of peace.
The Sadness of Unbroadcast Sweat Drops... About the Most Affordable and Powerful Welfare
This article discusses the exclusion of sports events from mainstream broadcast media and its implications for public access to sports, particularly highlighting the voices of Paralympic athletes.
Giacomo Bertagnolli and Giuliana Turra: who are the two Paralympic athletes at the Sanremo Festival
The article highlights Paralympic athletes Giacomo Bertagnolli and Giuliana Turra, who will showcase their talents at the Sanremo Festival, ahead of the upcoming Paralympic Games.
Unfortunately, this problem has existed for years. Paralympic or paraolympic?
The inconsistency in terminology regarding the designation of Paralympic athletes has persisted for years, prompting inquiries to experts in Latvia.
Lollobrigida, Vittozzi, Bertagnolli and Turra: Who are the athletes guests at Sanremo. Fontana is sick
Two Olympic champions and two Paralympic athletes are set to attend the Sanremo festival, while one notable athlete is unable to due to illness.
Ukraine to compete with record squad at 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Ukraine has announced a record team size for the upcoming 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, with 35 athletes set to compete in various sports.
The photos of Paralympic athletes between autonomy and effort
The article discusses Paralympic athletes through a photographic exhibition that captures their spirit and struggles ahead of the upcoming Paralympic Games.
Soon it's time for the next sports festival - here is the team for the Paralympics
Sweden's Paralympic team, which includes 13 athletes in four sports, is preparing for the Games starting on March 6, with Ebba Årsjö and Zebastian Modin being the major medal hopes.
Now it's time for the Paralympics: 'The Russians are like all athletes'
The article discusses the upcoming Paralympics in Milan Cortina, highlighting the Italian Paralympic House and the inclusion of Russian 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.
Latvian Paralympic Committee and its athletes will not participate in the Milan-Cortina Games opening ceremony
In solidarity with Ukraine, the Latvian Paralympic Committee has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics in response to the decision allowing athletes from ten aggressor nations to compete.
Latvian Paralympians will not participate in the Winter Games opening ceremony
Latvia's Paralympic Committee announced that its athletes will not be present at the Winter Paralympic Games opening ceremony in Milan-Cortina due to the participation of representatives from aggressor countries.
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.
Huge Sum of Money for US Olympic Athletes – Norwegians Empty-Handed: "I Am Jealous"
US Olympic and Paralympic athletes will earn a substantial amount from the Milan-Cortina Winter Games, with each athlete receiving $200,000 just for participation, which has drawn envy from Norwegian speed skater Sander Eitem.
After the admission of aggressors to the Paralympic Games, the path is blocked for Latvian athlete Oliņš
Latvian athlete Oliņš is denied a spot in the upcoming Paralympic Games as quotas are given to athletes from Russia and Belarus instead.
Trump envoy backs Russia’s Paralympic comeback – 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.
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.
The Czech Republic boycotts the opening of the Paralympic Games: Russian participation is a 'democratic' decision, explains the organization
The Czech Republic has announced a boycott of the opening of the Paralympic Games in response to the decision allowing Russian athletes to participate, which the International Paralympic Committee defends as a 'democratic' choice.
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.
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 will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games due to the presence of athletes from Russia and Belarus
Ukraine has announced it will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Paralympics citing the inclusion of athletes from Russia and Belarus.
Paralympic Games: Ukraine announces its boycott of the opening ceremony because of the Russians
Ukraine's Paralympic athletes will boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Games in protest against the International Paralympic Committee's decision to allow Russian athletes to compete under their national flag.
Ukrainian Paralympians will boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan and Cortina games
The Ukrainian team will boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan and Cortina Winter Paralympic Games due to the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus.
LIVE - 2026 Olympics: France aims to stay in the Top 4, biathletes dream of a grand finale, Ukraine will boycott the Para Games ceremony due to the Russians
France's Olympic team is aspiring to remain among the top four nations, while Ukrainian athletes plan to boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in response to Russian participation.
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 nations’ 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.
Estonian Paralympic Committee representatives will not attend the protests at the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics ceremonies
Estonian Paralympic Committee officials will boycott the ceremonies of the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics in protest against the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus.
Russia criticizes Italy over its position regarding the Paralympic Games
Russia has condemned Italy's diplomatic stance concerning the participation of Russian athletes in the upcoming Paralympic Games.
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 ‘absolute opposition’ 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.
Ukrainian Parasports Athletes Will Not Boycott the Paralympic Games
Ukrainian parasports athletes will participate in the upcoming Paralympic Games in Italy despite the inclusion of athletes from aggressor nations.
LSM will not broadcast the Paralympic Games competitions with representatives from Russia and Belarus
Latvian Public Media (LSM) has decided not to broadcast the Paralympic Games events involving athletes from Russia and Belarus due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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.
Italy does not support the participation of aggressor states in the Paralympic Games with its flag
Italy opposes the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus in the Paralympic Games under its flag due to their aggressive actions.
Lithuanian PM to boycott Paralympics over participation of Russians and Belarusians
Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga RuginienÄ— 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.
LSM will not broadcast Paralympic games involving representatives from aggressor states
LSM has decided against broadcasting the Paralympic events that feature athletes from aggressor states in light of the ongoing war in Ukraine.
LSM will not broadcast events of the Paralympic Games with participation from representatives of aggressor states
LSM has decided not to broadcast Paralympic events featuring athletes from aggressor states, particularly in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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 Russia’s aggression in Ukraine.
Lithuania joins Poland in boycotting the Paralympic Games
Lithuanian Prime Minister I. RuginienÄ— announces her decision to boycott the Paralympic Games in response to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
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.
RuginienÄ— will boycott the Paralympic Games due to the permission for Russians and Belarusians to participate
I. RuginienÄ— announced her decision to boycott the Paralympic Games in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes.
After the approval for Russians, Kiev boycotts the "Unacceptable" ceremony
Ukraine has announced a boycott of the Paralympic opening ceremony due to the participation of Russian athletes who will compete under their national flags.
Russia's isolation in sports will end at the Paralympic Games in Italy
Russian athletes will participate in the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, marking an end to the country's isolation in international sports.