Russian and Belarusian athletes were restricted from using their national symbols, such as the flag and playing the national anthem, during the medal ceremony since the start of the war between Russia and Ukraine in 2022.

Ukraine to boycott Paralympic opening ceremony over Russian flag return

The decision opens the way for Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their own flags at the Milan-Cortina Paralympics next year despite the ongoing war and occupation.

International Paralympic Committee lifts partial suspensions of Russia, Belarus; Ukraine react strongly

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Ukraine to boycott Paralympic opening ceremony over Russian flag return

International Paralympic Committee lifts partial suspensions of Russia, Belarus