Yahoo·4 min read·medium
Russia’s Olympics return undermines global sanctions
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Vladyslav Vlasiuk
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The article argues that the International Olympic Committee's decision to allow Russian athletes to compete in the 2028 Games undermines global sanctions against Russia. It asserts that Russian sports are deeply integrated with the state and military, making 'neutral' participation a form of propaganda.
Vladimir Putin with Olympian Maksim Khramtsov, who has displayed symbols associated with the occupation of Ukraine Sport has never been separate from politics. Authoritarian regimes have long understood that athletic success serves as a powerful political tool.
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