Ukrainian athletes are currently participating in nine different sporting events at the ongoing Olympic Games, all while facing the challenges of war in their homeland. The Ukrainian government had urged its athletes to refrain from shaking hands with Russian athletes before the Games, citing concerns about Russian propaganda and disinformation.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine issued a statement cautioning Ukrainian athletes to be mindful of their interactions with athletes from Russia, emphasizing the need to avoid individuals associated with Russian leadership and military due to allegations of war crimes.
