(ANSA) - WASHINGTON, FEBRUARY 03 - The US supports the blocking of Russian and Belarusian athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics unless it is "absolutely clear" that they do not represent their respective countries: White House spokeswoman Katerine Jean-Pierre said.
If the International Olympic Committee allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to participate, the use of official Russian or Belarusian flags, emblems or anthems should be banned, she added.
(HANDLE).
