Russia welcomes Infantino’s comments on lifting ban; Ukraine furious
Summary
FIFA President Gianni Infantino suggested ending the ban on Russia from international football, which resulted from its war on Ukraine. The Kremlin supported his comments, but Ukraine was highly critical of the suggestion, citing ongoing violence from the conflict.Key Facts
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the ban on Russia in international football has not worked.
- The Kremlin agreed with Infantino, while Ukraine strongly disagreed.
- Ukraine argues the ban should remain until Russia stops its military actions against Ukraine.
- Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, it has mostly been banned from international sports.
- The UEFA executive committee can decide to reinstate Russia, but its president says the war must end first.
- Ukraine claims more than 650 of its athletes and coaches have died due to Russia's actions.
- Some Russian athletes have recently competed under a neutral flag in other sports.
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