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The return of Russia to international ice hockey competitions has sparked protests, with six countries threatening to boycott and sponsors withdrawing. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruled in favor of Russia's appeal against the International Ice Hockey Federation's (IIHF) ban, stating insufficient evidence for exclusion. Countries like Norway and Sweden refuse to play against Russia, while Canada has banned Russian participation in junior championships. Sponsors, including AJ Products and Nokian Tyres, will withdraw if Russia competes. President Putin criticized opposing countries, claiming their actions violate legal decisions favoring Russian athletes.