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Kim Jong-un welcomes Lukashenko in Pyongyang
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un welcomed Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Pyongyang on Wednesday. The visit, Lukashenko's first official trip to the North at Kim's invitation, spans two days and includes plans to sign a friendship and cooperation treaty.
The World Taekwondo (WT) has decided to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete in international tournaments. This move aligns with a similar decision by the International Olympic Committee, permitting junior and senior athletes from the two countries to participate under their national flags. Existing restrictions remain in place.
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World Curling has announced that junior athletes from Russia and Belarus will be permitted to compete internationally starting in May 2026, following an International Olympic Committee recommendation. The first event will be the World Junior Mixed Doubles Curling Championship in Edmonton, Canada. Adult athletes from both nations remain excluded from competitions.