Officials signaled that more information would follow.

Russia’s Sports Minister criticized the decision, linking it to Russia’s ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine.

NPR News originally reported the development, highlighted ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games qualification period.

This report draws on AFP as the source through Le Monde.

Sydney Morning Herald reported the update on July 8, 2026, noting an initial timestamp around 6:34am and an update at 6:37am.

IOC communicated the announcement, with reporting from Le Figaro and AFP.

AP covered the announcement as part of ongoing IOC policy decisions regarding Russia’s future Olympic participation.

The International Olympic Committee has lifted the suspension on the Russian Olympic Committee, allowing broader participation again, though certain conditions and ongoing monitoring remain in place.

Decisions on whether Russian athletes will compete under their flag and anthem at Paris 2024 or Los Angeles 2028 will be determined at a later date.

IOC President emphasizes that athletes should not be held accountable for their governments and expresses solidarity with Ukraine while maintaining support for Ukraine.

The broader context includes the ongoing war in Ukraine, with displacement and continued Western support for Kyiv.

The move is situated within a wider debate about Russia’s participation in global sport amid geopolitical tensions, including Ukraine’s protest.