The United Nations General Assembly urged all nations to observe the Olympic truce during the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, a call that comes after repeated violations of the truce by Russia over the past decade and a half. The resolution, adopted by consensus at the 193-nation assembly, was met with applause from diplomats, the International Olympic Committee, and sports representatives, signaling a global commitment to fostering peace through sports.
Italy’s President of the Organizing Committee for the Winter Olympics, Giovanni Malagò, was instrumental in introducing the resolution, emphasizing its role in promoting a peaceful environment and ensuring the safe passage of athletes.