Event Brief
EU Boycotts Paralympics Over Russia’s Return
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 6:09 AM ET
Summary: The EU sports commissioner will skip the Paralympics opening due to Russia and Belarus athletes being allowed to fly their flags.
WHO: Glenn Micallef
WHAT: Boycotting the Paralympics opening ceremony
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 5:58 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Unacceptable decision to allow national symbols from Russia and Belarus
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