International Olympic Committee
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International sports organization
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View Timeline →Senegal Makes History as First African Host of Youth Olympics
Senegal has made history by becoming the first African nation to host an Olympic event, specifically the Dakar Youth Olympics. This event marks a significant…
South Africa Bids for Durban to Host 2036 or 2040 Olympic Games
South Africa has officially named Durban as its candidate city for hosting the Olympic Games in either 2036 or 2040, marking a significant step towards…
Qatar Competes with 6 Countries for Hosting the 2036 Olympics
Qatar is in competition with six other countries to host the 2036 Olympics, following its successful hosting of the 2022 World Cup. This effort highlights…
The Advanced Olympic Management Course Held in Arak with Official IOC Approval
Arak is hosting the Olympic Solidarity sports management course for the first time, officially sanctioned by the IOC. The event runs from October 11 to…
Qatar and India Among Seven Countries Bidding for 2036 Olympics, IOC Reveals
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that Qatar and India are among seven countries bidding to host the 2036 Olympics, alongside South Africa, Turkiye,…
Germany Selects Munich for Summer Olympics Bid
Germany has selected Munich as its candidate city for a bid to host the Summer Olympics, marking its first attempt since the 1972 Games. This…
International Olympic Committee Advocates for Mental Health Screening in Elite Sports
The International Olympic Committee is advocating for mental health screenings in elite sports due to the unique pressures faced by athletes, including injury and public…
Olympic Flame Arrives in Senegal for Historic First Olympic Event in Africa
The Olympic flame has arrived in Senegal, marking the first Olympic event to be held in Africa. This event involves the International Olympic Committee and…
Iran Aims for Improved Performance at Upcoming Asian Games
Mehdi Alinejad, Secretary General of the Iran National Olympic Committee, expressed confidence that Iran's delegation will outperform its previous Asian Games performance. However, officials have…
IOC Dismisses Human Rights Complaint Against FIFA Chief Infantino
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has rejected a complaint from a human rights group against FIFA chief Gianni Infantino, stating that the matter is outside…
EU Nations Demand Funding Cuts for Olympic Bodies Over Russian Athlete Readmission
Nine EU nations are calling for funding cuts to sports organizations, including the International Olympic Committee, due to the decision to readmit Russian athletes. This…
IOC Lifts Restrictions on Russian Athletes Ahead of 2028 Olympics
The International Olympic Committee has lifted some restrictions on Russian athletes ahead of the 2028 games, allowing them greater participation. This decision involves the IOC…
IOC Lifts Suspension, Allowing Russian Athletes to Compete in LA 2028 Olympics
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted its suspension on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in the LA 2028 Olympics. This decision has yet…
IOC Recommends Lifting Restrictions on Belarusian Athletes
The International Olympic Committee has recommended that Belarusian athletes be allowed to compete as neutrals without vetting. This decision involves the IOC and Belarusian athletes,…
Olympians Criticize IOC for Inaction on Iran's Execution of Wrestler Saleh Mohammadi
Seven Olympians, including gold medalists, have publicly condemned the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for its inadequate response to the execution of Iranian wrestler Saleh Mohammadi.…
Iran Human Rights Organization: The Islamic Republic Continues Executing Athletes
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported ongoing executions of athletes by the Islamic Republic, highlighting Varisha Moradi's imminent execution. Despite international pressure, the regime continues…
USA: The Work of the Fact-Finding Committee Must Continue; Human Rights Violations in Iran are 'Terrifying' and 'Concerning'
The U.S. government is advocating for the continuation of the UN fact-finding committee's work on human rights violations in Iran, labeling the situation as 'terrifying.'…
Senator Marsha Blackburn to the International Olympic Committee: Exclude the Islamic Republic for Human Rights Violations from the 2024 Games
Senator Marsha Blackburn has urged the International Olympic Committee to exclude Iran from the 2024 Paris Olympics due to ongoing human rights violations, particularly against…
WHO and IPC Collaborate to Promote Diversity and Equity in Health and Sports
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on promoting diversity and equity in health…
IOC, WHO, and UN Collaborate to Promote Global Health and Combat COVID-19
The International Olympic Committee, WHO, and the United Nations have launched a partnership to promote health and combat COVID-19 globally. This initiative involves Olympic athletes…