Russia demands IIHF allow team at World Juniors or move tournament

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The Russian Ice Hockey Federation (FHR) has sent a letter to the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) demanding Russia's participation in the World Junior Championship in Canada or the tournament's relocation. Canada's government has informed Hockey Canada and the IIHF it will not issue visas to Russian players for the event, scheduled for December 26 to January 5 in Edmonton and Red Deer. The FHR sent its official letter on November 10 after receiving this response. The FHR argues that IIHF regulations require ensuring Russia's participation, and if that is impossible in Canada, the tournament should be moved to another country where the Russian team can compete.


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