Foreign Minister Sybiha calls for Russian athlete travel ban as Moscow's ice hockey return risks forcing Ukraine out

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha criticized the CAS decision allowing Russia back into ice hockey, warning it could displace Ukraine from competitions. He urged international partners to impose travel bans on Russian athletes, emphasizing that normal relations cannot continue while Russia is at war with Ukraine. Swedish Ice Hockey Association chair Anders Larsson expressed disappointment but acknowledged the IIHF's obligation to comply with CAS. The return of Russian teams could jeopardize Ukraine's participation in upcoming tournaments, including the World Cup. Some countries, like Finland, are considering actions against Russian athletes, while others, like Canada, are evaluating their options.