The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) expressed concern regarding the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East and the wider region.

The headquarters announced that they had received information about young volleyball players killed in Iran. The FIVB extended its condolences to the families and all affected by the unfolding crisis.

According to the federation, tens of thousands of members of the volleyball community in the region are affected by the conflict and are facing uncertainty.

FIVB's main priority at the moment is the safety of athletes, coaches, staff, and volunteers who are located or residing in the affected areas.

In this regard, the international federation has formed a special crisis management team to coordinate real-time humanitarian actions in cooperation with governments, non-governmental organizations, and other competent institutions.

The FIVB emphasizes the importance of dialogue, cooperation, and solidarity and calls for de-escalation and a peaceful resolution to the situation.