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IOC Wants Sports Bodies to Cancel Events in Russia, Belarus After Invasion of Ukraine

The International Olympic Committee announced Friday that it has asked worldwide sports bodies to cancel or move any events they have scheduled in Russia or Belarus following Russia's invasion of Ukraine this week.

According to the Associated Press, the IOC also suggested that the sports bodies cease using the flags and national anthems of Russia and Belarus during competition.

The UEFA Champions League final scheduled for May 28 has already been moved from St. Petersburg to Paris. The International Ski Federation and Formula One have moved events from Russia as well, per the AP.