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LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 1, 2022 - Following
Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine, the FIVB
remains gravely concerned by the escalating
situation and for the safety of the people of
Ukraine.
The FIVB Board of Administration has come to the
conclusion that it would be impossible to
prepare and stage the World Championships in
Russia due to the war in Ukraine. It has
accordingly decided to remove from Russia the
organisation of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World
Championship scheduled to be held in August and
September 2022.
The Russian Volleyball Federation and the
Organising Committee Volleyball 2022 have been
informed accordingly.
The FIVB will seek an alternative host nation(s)
to ensure that the global Volleyball Family,
including the National Federations, athletes,
officials and fans all feel safe and proud to
participate in a joyous and peaceful festival of
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