
EU countries are discussing the introduction of targeted sanctions, visa restrictions and funding cuts to prevent the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes to international competitions, details by November 20.
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Since the outbreak of the conflict in Ukraine, Russian and Belarusian athletes have been suspended from many international competitions. The EU is discussing measures to maintain this status.
The countries of the European Union (EU) are going to introduce a number of measures to prevent the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes to international competitions. The Euractiv portal reports this with reference to sources.
It is alleged that EU countries are considering the possibility of introducing targeted sanctions and visa restrictions, as well as the option of reducing funding. The article emphasizes that these measures do not yet form the basis for an official proposal from the European Commission.
According to the source, more detailed options will be prepared by November 20, when a meeting of European ministers responsible for education, sports and culture will take place.
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