Last year, the International Olympic Committee made the significant decision to revoke its recognition of the International Boxing Association (IBA) as a global governing entity, citing various concerns related to ethics, financial practices, and governance issues. Additionally, the Olympic committee criticized the IBA’s gender testing procedures, labeling them as ‘illegitimate’ and unworthy of any further discussion. Khelif, who was raised as a girl and is identified as female on her passport, spoke about the impact of this controversy during an interview with SNTV on August 4. The 25-year-old athlete expressed in Arabic, “I urge everyone around the world to uphold the principles of the Olympics and the Olympic Charter, and to avoid bullying athletes, as it has profound consequences. It can devastate individuals, harm their mental well-being, and create divisions among people. Therefore, I implore them to stop the bullying. I maintain contact with my family twice a week and hope they are not too deeply affected. They are concerned for my well-being. With hope, I believe this crisis will lead to a gold medal, which would be the most fitting response.”
I believe the Olympic Committee has rendered a fair decision, and I am pleased with this outcome as it reflects the truth. I am indifferent to others’ opinions. My focus is on competing for a medal, and I am determined to strive for improvement, with God’s help. I will continue to enhance my skills, just like every other athlete. Khelif’s father also shared his thoughts with the Daily Mail, stating, “Imane has been passionate about sports since she was six, starting with football. The critics and rumors are intended to undermine her, as they do not wish for her to become a world champion. I encourage her to demonstrate her capabilities in the ring, and I hope she brings honor to Algeria and the Arab nations by winning the gold medal. She serves as our role model, inspiring us to emulate her and bring pride to Algeria and Tiaret.”
Baby Girl Dies Just Two Months after Being Adopted – Cause of Death Revealed
A little girl, adopted by a loving couple, was expected to live a long and happy life. Tragically, a few months later, she passed away, leaving the family grieving and their young son without a sibling.
The De Los Santos family eagerly welcomed their baby girl. However, she was found unresponsive in a hot car and died despite emergency care. An investigation is underway, but no charges have been filed against the adoptive parents yet.
The couple had shared their hopes for a growing family, filled with love and joyful memories. Sadly, their dream turned into a heartbreaking reality. Authorities reminded the public of the dangers of leaving children in cars and emphasized the importance of safety measures.
Neighbors described the De Los Santos family as caring and involved, making the tragedy even more poignant. The incident highlights the critical need for vigilance and awareness to prevent such devastating losses.
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