On the night of December 17 to 18, Russian drones again attacked Cherkasy, damaging the only athletic arena in the region. Homes and cars of local residents were also affected, but fortunately, there were no casualties among the civilian population.
The destruction of sports infrastructure is significant, and the athletics competitions scheduled at the time of the attack have been canceled. The Ukrainian National Olympic Committee calls on the global sports community not to ignore the war that Russia is waging against Ukraine.
The situation requires an active response: while Russian troops and their allies are committing genocide against Ukrainians, their athletes should not be allowed to participate in international competitions.
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The news of the Russian drone attack on Cherkasy not only underscores the severity of the military situation in Ukraine but also highlights the importance of international support and maintaining military actions in Eastern Europe. The destabilization of sports infrastructure will affect not only Ukrainian sports but also the international sports scene.