The move was made afterRussian President Vladimir Putinordered a military invasion of Ukraine this week.
“Before making this decision the EBU took time to consult widely among its membership.”
U.S. President Joe Bidenannouncednew sanctionsagainst Russia, saying in aspeechThursday, “America stand up to bullies.
Manizha Dalerovna Sangin ‘Manizha’ of Russia during the 65th Eurovision Song Contest grand final held at Rotterdam Ahoy on May 21, 2021 in Rotterdam, Netherlands.Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images
We stand up for freedom.
This is who we are.”
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The Truce is currently active until seven days after the end of the Paralympic Games.
The IOC’s executive board alsourgedall International Sports Federations to cancel any events planned in Russia and Belarus.
