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IOC chief discusses chances of lifting Russian bans
1 month ago | By RT
The IOC is due to hold its annual summit later this week
Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee , has again stated that sanctions imposed by his organization against Russia and Belarus must remain in place. He added, however, that discussions on the potential return of athletes from the two countries to international competitions must be an ongoing process.
The IOC issued a rebuke against the actions of the Russian government in Ukraine swiftly after the launch of Moscow's military operation in late February - a move which saw numerous sporting federations fall in...
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