In a letter sent to the UEFA President, German Interior Minister Nancy Faezer also asked UEFA to remove Russians and Belarusians from their positions in the governing body of European football.
After Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine on February 24, UEFA announced the exclusion of Russian clubs and national teams from the competitions it organizes.
The German minister understands that “Belarus, as a big supporter of Russia, is also violating international law and should be excluded from all competitions” and adds: “The world of sports should seize the moment to take a joint stand in the fight against disrespect for human rights.”
The draw for the qualifying round of the competition, which will take place in ten German stadiums, is scheduled for 9 October in Frankfurt.
The military offensive launched by Russia in Ukraine on February 24 has already led, according to the UN, to the death of almost 6,000 civilians and more than 8,000 wounded.
However, the United Nations warns that the real number is likely much higher, as it is not yet possible to know all the victims in Ukrainian cities.
Author: Lusa
Source: CM Jornal
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