Russia Accuses Poland of Barring Karate Athletes from World Youth Championship

Russia claims Poland prevented its karate athletes from competing in the World Youth Championship, but organizers say Russians failed to apply and entered on tourist visas. Several athletes were fined and deported. This reflects ongoing bilateral tensions, though the incident is minor and the dispute is over procedural versus political motives.

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