White House spokesman Psaki: the US leadership has refused to go to the Olympics in China
The White House has confirmed that The Olympics in China, said the press secretary of the US President Jen Psaki, TASS reports.
According to her, American athletes themselves will be able to decide whether to participate in international competitions or refuse them.
< p> Earlier, CNN reported about the possible blockade of the Olympics, citing sources. The journalists said that appropriate measures will be taken this week, but they will not affect the athletes. The National Security Council discussed a diplomatic boycott “privately.”
The Winter Olympic Games will be held in Beijing from February 4 to 20, 2022, and the Paralympics from March 4 to 13. Only residents of mainland China will be able to buy tickets for the competition. Sports fans who wish to attend the competition will need to comply with the Antique Protocols.