The Russian Hockey Federation called the decision of the International Hockey Federation (IIHF) to hold the World Junior Championship in Canada without the participation of the Russian national team unacceptable and illegal.
The IIHF's decision was made purely for political reasons.
It violates the basic principles of the law, olimism, non-discrimination, equality of athletes and integrity of competition.
The IIHF violated the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which required it to allow Russian teams to participate in international competitions.
Also, the IIHF violated the agreement with the FHR, according to which it undertook to immediately implement the CAS decision.
The FHR, together with the Russian Olympic Committee, will contact the International Olympic Committee to resolve the unacceptable situation.
Russia will seek the return of its athletes' rights and compensation for damage by all available legal means.
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