Russia says International Olympic Committee is giving Israel a pass on Gaza
Russia has been sanctioned by the IOC for actions taken as part of the invasion of Ukraine. Officials in Moscow say Israel is being treated differently by the IOC as fighting continues in Gaza.
by Brian Mann
Nov 08, 2023
2 minutes
When violence in Israel and Gaza escalated after last month's terror attack by Hamas, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) issued a statement warning against "discriminatory behavior" against Israeli athletes competing around the world.
"[A]thletes cannot be held responsible for the actions of their governments," an IOC spokesperson told the German Press Agency, promising "swift action" if incidents occur.
Russian officials reacted angrily to the IOC's stance toward Israel,
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