IOC to decide later on display of Russian flag, national symbols at Olympics — statement

GENEVA, July 7. /TASS/. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will decide on the display of the Russian flag, anthem, colors or any other national symbols at the Olympic Games at a later date, the IOC press office said in a statement on Tuesday.

"The IOC will take a decision in relation to the display of the Russian flag, anthem, colors or any identifications for the Olympic Games at the appropriate time," the statement reads.

The statement also added that "IOC will not organize IOC events in Russia or invite Russian government or state officials to its events."

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