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World Athletics Rejects IOC Proposal to Lift Belarus Ban
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World Athletics Rejects IOC Proposal to Lift Belarus Ban

World Athletics has formally rejected a proposal from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to lift the ban on Belarusian athletes. This decision maintains the current restrictions on Belarus's participation in international athletics competitions.

World Athletics Rejects 11 Athlete Transfers to Turkey
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World Athletics Rejects 11 Athlete Transfers to Turkey

World Athletics has rejected the requests of 11 athletes to switch their national allegiance to Turkey, citing concerns over a recruitment drive. This decision impacts athletes, including some from Jamaica, who sought to represent Turkey.

IOC Lifts Restrictions on Belarusian Athletes
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IOC Lifts Restrictions on Belarusian Athletes

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted restrictions on Belarusian athletes, allowing them to return to international sports after sanctions imposed in 2022 due to the invasion of Ukraine. While Russia remains banned, World Athletics has rejected the IOC's proposal to lift the ban for its sport.