Outrage as Ukrainian teens forced to face Russians at Australian AI summit
A Russian youth team competed at the International Cybersecurity Olympiad in Australia, prompting protests from Ukraine's government over their presence. Australian officials, including the ambassador to Ukraine, supported calls to exclude the Russian delegation, citing concerns for Ukrainian competitors' welfare. The event, featuring around 50 national teams, has sparked outrage amidst ongoing tensions due to the war in Ukraine.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 01:52 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 02:01 UTC
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