The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has allocated €770,000 in grants to 21 International Federations and International Organisations of Sport for the Disabled, focusing on technical official training across 26 para sports. This initiative aims to enhance technical and organizational capacity, ensuring consistent standards and sustainable development within the Paralympic Movement, aligning with a broader strategy to build robust structures beyond Games and support balanced global growth.

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has voted to lift restrictions on Russian chess players, allowing them to compete under their national flag and anthem. While a majority of delegates supported the move, FIDE will consult with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) before finalizing the implementation. Russia has welcomed the decision as a step towards the 'depoliticization of sport,' but cautions against any deviation from the agreed-upon terms. The decision follows a complex history of sanctions and appeals, and comes after the IOC recently recommended allowing young Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national symbols. The final decision hinges on the IOC's stance.

Following a thaw in relations between Russia and the IOC, Russian luge athletes are expected to compete in Lake Placid next week, sparking strong condemnation from Ukrainian athletes who argue it violates principles of neutrality amidst the ongoing war. This move, facilitated by the International Luge Federation and supported by Russian officials, comes as other federations consider allowing Russian athletes in bobsleigh and skeleton. The situation highlights a growing divide, with Ukrainian athletes expressing concerns about safety and fair play, while Russia aims for a gradual return to international competition. The IOC's stance of allowing 'Individual Neutral Athletes' has created a complex landscape, with federations making divergent decisions and Ukrainian officials raising concerns about the neutrality of some Russian athletes, including figure skaters. The situation is further complicated by the recent change of nationality by Ukrainian athlete Sofiia Lyskun.

Following a decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) will now allow eligible Russian and Belarusian athletes, including para-athletes, to participate in all FIS events. This includes qualification events for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games and Paralympic Games. The ruling stems from a challenge to FIS's previous ban, with CAS finding that FIS statutes protect individuals from discrimination and require political neutrality. The updated policy mandates direct athlete applications to FIS, excluding involvement from national ski associations of Russia and Belarus. FIS has updated its list of approved athletes and support personnel.

After a protracted legal battle and political hurdles, Russia's luge team has secured visas to compete in the second round of the International Luge Federation (FIL) World Cup in Park City, Utah. This follows a recent Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruling overturning the FIL's earlier prohibition. The move signifies a step towards reintegrating Russian athletes into international competition, though challenges remain, including ongoing disputes with the International Ski Federation (FIS) and the International Luge Federation regarding qualification for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) and Minister of Sport Mikhail Degtyarev played a key role in securing the visas.