On the 12th local time, the FIVB announced its decision on its official website to allow all young volleyball players, including those with Russian and Belarusian passports, to participate in international and regional events in the youth category. The announcement stated that the decision will take effect on January 1, 2026. The FIVB issued a statement in March 2022 announcing that Russia and Belarus are not eligible to participate in international and intercontinental volleyball tournaments.

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On the 12th local time, the FIVB announced its decision on its official website to allow all young volleyball players, including those with Russian and Belarusian passports, to participate in international and regional events in the youth category. The announcement stated that the decision will take effect on January 1, 2026. The FIVB issued a statement in March 2022 announcing that Russia and Belarus are not eligible to participate in international and intercontinental volleyball tournaments.