The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) is set to announce a major shift in its stance on Russian hockey participation in international events. Following a comprehensive review of its ban on Russian teams, the IIHF will now consider allowing Russian teams to compete on a case-by-case basis, depending on the specific event. This decision comes as a response to growing pressure from the hockey community and the need to balance the interests of Russian teams with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The move could have significant implications for the upcoming hockey season, with several major tournaments on the horizon, including the Winter Olympics and the World Championships.

IIHF to decide Russian hockey participation on event-by-event basis after ban review  CBC