Exclusion of Russian Journalists from the Paralympic Games

The International Paralympic Committee commented on the decision to exclude Russian journalists from the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. The International Olympic Committee stated, "The decision was made by the organizing committee of the 'Paris 2024' Summer Games, in collaboration with the French authorities." The committee emphasized that the French side is responsible for accreditation and makes the final decisions regarding this matter. It is worth noting that the 2024 Olympic Games will not be broadcast on Russian federal television, while the Russian channel Match TV will air the Paralympic competitions featuring Russian athletes. The 2024 Paralympic Games are scheduled to take place from August 28 to September 8, with 90 Russian athletes allowed to participate in the competitions in a neutral capacity.