In a joint statement, Latvia and seven other countries emphasized their condemnation of the decision permitting athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete with their respective national symbols. They argue that this decision undermines international efforts to isolate these nations following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and its ongoing aggression. The nations expressed sorrow over the decision by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) which prevents the Ukrainian delegation from using uniforms depicting the map of Ukraine, branding this action as a form of propaganda that disregards internationally recognized borders.

The official statement articulated concern that classifying the depiction of Ukraine as propaganda not only threatens the principle of international law but also jeopardizes the solidarity and unity among nations opposing aggression. The nations have urged the IPC to reconsider its decisions and have suggested that member countries evaluate their participation in the opening ceremonies of the games. Furthermore, they expressed support for Italy, the host nation of the games, in its appeal to the IPC to revoke these decisions to avoid the use of symbols from aggressor states during the events.

The joint statement concluded with a strong message of solidarity with Ukraine and its people, highlighting the ongoing commitment to support Ukraine in the context of its defense against aggression. Notably, the Latvian Paralympic Committee and its athletes have decided to abstain from participating in the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympic Games, indicating a broader rejection of the IPC's stance on this sensitive issue.