Decision: Russia is allowed to participate in the Ice Hockey World Cup again

The IIHF has decided not to allow Russian teams to participate in the confederation's international tournaments following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. But now Cas has processed an appeal from the Russian Ice Hockey Federation and gone against the IIHF's decision.

"Although the IIHF respects the authority of the CAS and will act in accordance with its decision, the result does not remove the concerns that formed the basis of its judgments," the IIHF writes in its press release.

Cas orders the IIHF to allow Russia to participate already in the 2026 World Junior Championship, which starts in December. In addition to that, the senior WC and the U18 WC are covered on both the men's and women's sides. However, the Women's World Cup, which begins on November 6, is not covered. As for that tournament, the decision will only affect next year.

"The IIHF will urgently evaluate the steps and time required to implement the decision and deal with its operational consequences. The safety of all participants and the integrity of each championship will be central to this work," the association writes further.

The text is updated.