The International Olympic Committee (IOC) insists its exploration of a pathway to allow Russian athletes to compete as neutrals at next year’s Olympic Games is in line with the United Nations’ pursuit of peace in Ukraine. IOC president Thomas Bach has previously referenced a UN resolution from December when explaining why his organization, national Olympic committees and international sports federations are now giving consideration to allowing Russian athletes to compete in qualification events ahead of next year’s Games. Should Russia be allowed to return in Olympics ?

