USA Boxing withdraws from Russian-led International Boxing Association
CNN — USA Boxing, the national governing body for the sport in the country, terminated its membership of the Russian-led…
Russian airstrikes in Ukrainian cities kill at least 23; Kyiv says it’s planning counteroffensive
This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on April 28, 2023. See here for the…
Brittney Griner says she’ll ‘never go overseas again’ to play unless it’s for the Olympics after being detained in Russia
CNN — Brittney Griner said during a press conference on Thursday that she’ll “never go overseas again” to play basketball…
U.S. imposes sanctions on Russia and Iran for wrongful detention and hostage-taking of American citizens
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Thursday announced a first round of sanctions targeting Russia and Iran for engaging in hostage-taking…
‘I was scared about my family:’ Why two Ukrainian footballers keep playing despite Russia’s invasion
CNN — Ukrainian soccer player Taras Stepanenko still remembers the intense fear he felt as he heard the sound of…
Moscow ‘welcomes’ China contacting Ukraine; Kyiv says Russia ‘won’t get away with’ Mykolaiv strikes
This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on April 27, 2023. See here for the latest…
Poland’s state-owned airline refuses boarding to Russian tennis player
CNN — Poland’s state-owned airline LOT refused to board Russian tennis player Vitalia Diatchenko in line with restrictions introduced following…
China will send representatives to Ukraine for talks; Kyiv praises ‘long and meaningful’ call with Xi
This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on April 26, 2023. See here for the…
Wimbledon to cover accommodation costs for Ukrainian tennis players
CNN — Wimbledon will cover accommodation costs for Ukrainian tennis players competing at this year’s tournament, organizers announced on Tuesday.…
Two killed, 10 wounded in Russian attack on museum; Russian diplomats expelled by Sweden, Moldova
This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on April 25, 2023. See here for the…
