Peskov: Russia will continue to work with the IOC, despite its position on the Friendship Games
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded to the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) call for national federations to refuse participation in the Friendship Games, which are planned to be held in Russia. His words are quoted by RIA Novosti.
Peskov noted that Russia will continue to work with the organization. “We will continue to contact the committee no matter what,” he said.
Earlier on November 15, the IOC recommended that National Olympic Committees (NOCs) ignore the Friendship Games in Russia. “Given the increasing politicization of global sport, we ask all NOCs to exercise caution in relation to this initiative,” said NOC Relations Director James McLeod. He added that participation in these competitions contradicts the sanctions imposed on Russian sports in February 2022.
On October 19, Russian President Vladimir Putin decided to hold the Friendship Games in Russia. It was noted that the decision was made in order to ensure guaranteed free access of domestic athletes and sports organizations to international sports activities. The tournament is expected to be held in Moscow and Yekaterinburg from September 15 to 29, 2024.
Source: Lenta
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