Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Ukraine has expressed support for a ceasefire during the Winter Olympics, responding to Pope Leo and Italy's appeal for world leaders to use the Milano Cortina games to promote peace.

The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Charlize Theron closed the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics with a surprise appearance and a powerful message centered on peace and shared humanity.

"Amid pressing international conflicts, the Olympics is one of the most significant geopolitical events of the year."

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics officially get underway on Friday, February 6, with the Opening Ceremony, which features the flag bearers from every participating country making the march alongside the country’s flag and their countrymates who will be