US EditionIOC praises warm Olympic diplomacy with Vance in Milan after fans boo at opening ceremony
IOC highlighted successful diplomacy with U.S. Vice President JD Vance despite boos from some spectators during the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
- Despite stadium jeers, the IOC said its meetings and a formal dinner with Vance went well on Feb. 6, 2026.
- Protests in Milan over ICE involvement and Israel's delegation booed amid Gaza war disputes on Saturday.
- Performers including Andrea Bocelli and Laura Pausini at San Siro stadium drew 61,000 spectators during the ceremony featuring two Olympic cauldrons and around 2,900 athletes from 92 countries.
- IOC spokesman said US engagement is crucial for LA 2028 security and visa operations for over 200 national teams, as the Games approach.
- Amid planned weekend protests in Milan, a widely shared video of the Vances being booed was swiftly removed from X but continues circulating online across other platforms, including MeidasTouch.
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This year, for the first time in the history of the Olympic Games, the opening took place in two cities, and the parade - at four o'clock at once.
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