Military and Political Situation in Ukraine. Morning of March 18th, 2022 - Ihor Zhdanov
Ihor Zhdanov, Information Defence
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Pakistan-Australia ODIs moved from Rawalpindi on 'political' grounds
The Australians are currently on their first tour of the country in nearly a quarter of a century, having previously declined to visit because of security fears. There have been no serious threats directed at the team since their arrival last month, but several political rallies -- both for and against the government -- are planned in the nearby capital in the coming days and weeks. Hundreds of thousands of people can descend on the capital during political rallies, choking traffic and causing security problems for officials.
Pakistan-Australia White-Ball Series Moved From Rawalpindi On 'Political' Grounds: Minister
Three one-day internationals and a Twenty20 match between Pakistan and the visiting Australians later this month are being moved from Rawalpindi to Lahore because of domestic politics, the interior minister said Friday. Several political rallies for and against the government are planned in Islamabad, which neighbours Rawalpindi, and Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad said the matches "have been shifted to Lahore due to the prevailing situation".
Military and Political Situation in Ukraine. Morning of March 17th, 2022 - Ihor Zhdanov
Ihor Zhdanov, Information Defence
Military and Political Situation in Ukraine. Morning of March 16th, 2022 - Ihor Zhdanov
Ihor Zhdanov, Information Defence
Russia captain denies Artyom Dzyuba 'political aspect' after declining national team call-up
Russia captain Artyom Dzyuba says he has not joined the national team's training camp for family reasons, rather than «political aspects».
Medvedev Wimbledon hopes could hinge on political assurance: UK minister
Daniil Medvedev may have to provide assurances that he does not support Russian president Vladimir Putin if he is to compete at this year's Wimbledon, British Sports Minister Nigel Huddleston said on Tuesday. Huddleston said he would not be comfortable with a "Russian athlete flying the Russian flag" and winning the grasscourt Grand Slam in London. "Many countries have agreed that they will not allow representatives from Russia to compete.
Medvedev Wimbledon hopes could hinge on political assurance - UK minister
U.S. Open champion Daniil Medvedev may have to provide assurances that he does not support Russian president Vladimir Putin if he is to compete at this year's Wimbledon, British Sports Minister Nigel Huddleston said on Tuesday.