WNBA Star Brittney Griner Detained in Russia
## WNBA Star Brittney Griner Detained in Russia: A Fight for Freedom The basketball world is rallying around WNBA star Brittney Griner after news broke of her detention in Russia. Griner’s agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, confirmed the situation to ESPN, stating that they are actively working with Griner, her legal team, family, and both the […]
Paralympic Games Open in Beijing Amid Ukraine War Tensions
Teh Paralympic Spirit Endures Amidst Global Tensions The 2022 Paralympic Winter Games in Beijing commenced on March 4th,overshadowed by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The specter of war loomed large, casting a somber tone over the event despite the inspiring athleticism on display. The Russian invasion of Ukraine, carried out in conjunction with Belarus, had […]
sport by sport, the sanctions imposed on Russia
The Global Sporting Boycott of Russia the world of sports is taking a firm stance against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, mirroring the international condemnation and sanctions levied against the nation. Following the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) unprecedented recommendation to bar Russian and Belarusian athletes from international competitions, a wave of sporting organizations have implemented their […]
the world of chess also in the game
The Global Chessboard: Russia’s Isolation in the Wake of the Ukraine Invasion The international sports community has responded swiftly and decisively to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,imposing sanctions and isolating the nation from global competitions. This includes the world of chess, a sport deeply ingrained in Russian culture and frequently enough used as a metaphor for […]
Russia Excluded From 2022 World Cup: Do You Approve?
FIFA and UEFA Ban Russia from 2022 World Cup In a decisive move, Russia has been officially barred from participating in teh 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. This decision, announced following an exceptional joint meeting between UEFA and FIFA on Monday, comes as a direct consequence of russia’s military invasion of Ukraine. The ban […]
“The sports authorities have taken their responsibilities by excluding Russia”
The Crumbling Foundation: How sanctions are Dismantling Putin’s Sporting empire For over two decades,Vladimir Putin has strategically leveraged sport as a cornerstone of Russia’s soft power strategy. However, the international backlash following the invasion of Ukraine, including Russia’s expulsion from the FIFA World Cup, is rapidly eroding this carefully constructed edifice. The 2018 World Cup […]
“Moscow sees sport as an instrument of power”
sport: A Tool of Power in PutinS Russia The global sporting community has recently taken a firm stance against Russian interests, responding to the ongoing geopolitical situation.Lukas Aubin, an expert in the geopolitics of sport and Russia at Iris, sheds light on the significance of sport for the Russian regime and how Vladimir Putin has […]
Ukrainian Athletes React to Russian Invasion on Social Media
Standing with Ukraine: A Conversation with Andriy shevchenko Teh world watched in horror as Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. Amidst the chaos and fear, Ukrainian athletes have emerged as powerful voices, using their platforms to condemn the aggression and rally support for their homeland. Today, we’re honored to be […]
Oil, judo and lucrative contracts… What we know about the Russian oligarchs sanctioned by the United Kingdom – Liberation
Ukraine, the phoney wardossier In response to the recognition of the independence of the separatists in Ukraine, Great Britain froze the assets and banned from visiting its territory three Russian billionaires close to Vladimir Putin. Each diplomatic crisis has its share of economic sanctions. To respond to Moscow’s offensive which on Monday evening recognized the […]
can the Champions League final be held in Russia? – Liberation
Ukraine, the phoney wardossier After the recognition of the Ukrainian separatist regions by Moscow, a possible prelude to an invasion, calls to relocate the final of the European competition, scheduled for May 28 in Saint Petersburg, are increasing. UEFA is procrastinating. How could one of the most popular sporting events on the planet take place […]