The International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach recently discussed the assistance that the IOC will provide for Russian athletes competing at international sporting events in Ukraine. This comes as tensions between the two countries continue to escalate, with the Russian government imposing sanctions on Ukraine and vice versa.
In a statement, Bach said that the IOC will provide “all necessary assistance” to ensure that Russian athletes can compete in Ukraine without any disruption. He noted that the IOC is “committed to ensuring that all athletes, regardless of their nationality, can participate in international sporting events in a safe and secure environment.”
Bach also highlighted the importance of sport in bringing people together, saying that it is “a powerful tool for peace and understanding between nations.” He added that the IOC will continue to work with both the Ukrainian and Russian governments to ensure that athletes from both countries can compete in international sporting events.
The IOC President’s statement comes as tensions between the two countries remain high. In recent months, both countries have imposed sanctions on each other, with Russia banning certain Ukrainian imports and Ukraine banning Russian airlines from flying into its airspace.
The situation has caused concern for athletes from both countries who wish to compete in international sporting events. The IOC’s assistance will help to ensure that Russian athletes can compete in Ukraine without any disruption.
It is clear that sport has the power to bring people together, even in times of tension and conflict. The IOC’s commitment to providing assistance to Russian athletes competing in Ukraine is a testament to this fact. By providing this assistance, the IOC is helping to ensure that athletes from both countries can compete in international sporting events without any disruption.
