Event Brief
Ukraine to Boycott Paralympics Opening Ceremony
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 8:05 AM ET
Summary: Ukrainian athletes will not attend the March 6 Paralympics opening in Verona due to Russian flag decision.
WHO: Ukrainian competitors
WHAT: Boycott of Paralympics opening ceremony
WHEN: Feb 20, 2026 at 7:48 AM ET
WHERE: Verona
WHY: Decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their flags
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