The union said it was sad and worried about what was happening in Ukraine.
International The Hockey Association IIHF will consider the situation in Russia at its international hockey meeting next Monday, the association informed on Friday. The IIHF said it was sad and very concerned about the events in Ukraine, which Russia attacked on Thursday.
“The IIHF condemns the use of force and encourages the use of diplomatic means to resolve conflicts. Our thoughts are with the Ukrainians and the Ukrainian hockey family, ”the organization declared.
Russia will host next year’s World Championships for men and next year’s World Championships for young people.
“The IIHF is researching and reflecting on the implications of this conflict for our events. The IIHF board has been convened on Monday, February 28, ”the IIHF announced.
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