Russia and Belarus to compete again with uniforms, flags and anthems - Reuters

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World Aquatics announced that athletes from Russia and Belarus can now compete in events with their national flags, anthems, and uniforms, lifting previous restrictions imposed after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

World Aquatics has permitted Russian and Belarusian athletes to participate in competitions with their national symbols, marking a significant policy change since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

World Aquatics lifted bans on Russian and Belarusian athletes, allowing them to compete under their national flags and anthems, signaling a further easing of restrictions.

World Aquatics restored full membership rights to Russia and Belarus, enabling athletes to compete under their national flags and anthems for the first time in years.

World Aquatics announced the lifting of sanctions on Russian and Belarusian athletes, allowing them to compete with their national flags and anthems.