After historic victory, new IOC boss must deal with Trump, Putin and transgender issue
Thursday, 20 March 2025 It was a win as resounding as it was historic - Kirsty Coventry becoming the first African and the first woman to assume the most powerful and prestigious role in sport.
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IOC President Kirsty Coventry opposes banning athletes over armed conflicts, signaling a shift in Olympic policy. She plans to discuss Russia’s return to competition, emphasizing a case-by-case approach. Coventry, the first African woman to lead the IOC, will form a task force to guide sports decisions amid global conflicts. She highlights Africa’s ongoing crises and the need to protect athletes. Her stance challenges previous Olympic restrictions, which barred Russian and Belarusian teams after the Ukraine war escalated in 2022.
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International Olympic Committee: Kirsty Coventry chosen as first female president
Coventry's win also was a victory for outgoing IOC president Thomas Bach, who has long been seen as promoting her as his successor.
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As tensions erupt in Kashmir, the U.S. State Department has backed India’s claims, calling out Pakistan’s long-standing support for terrorism. A top U.S. official condemned the violence, stating, “What happened in Kashmir was awful.” President Trump also reacted to the Indian airstrikes, urging for a swift resolution while criticizing Pakistan’s drone and missile attacks. With Indian cities under threat and global eyes on the region, Washington is signaling a shift—strongly aligning with India as the crisis deepens.
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