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world4 months ago

Several countries threaten to boycott Eurovision over Israel's participation

Several European countries, including Ireland and the Netherlands, have announced they will boycott the Eurovision Song Contest if Israel participates, protesting Israel's involvement amid the Gaza conflict. The European Broadcasting Union faces pressure from multiple nations to exclude Israel, which has participated since 1973, due to ongoing human suffering and alleged interference concerns. The decision on Israel's participation remains pending as the EBU gathers feedback from member broadcasters.

via Jewish Telegraphic Agency|
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entertainment1 year ago

"Stars Support Israel's Eurovision Inclusion Amid Political Song Screening Delay"

Israel delays unveiling its chosen song for the Eurovision contest following a request from the European Broadcasting Union to screen for political content, with the EBU reiterating its refusal to bar Israel from the competition. The song selection process is ongoing, with the committee considering two final songs and awaiting EBU approval of their lyrics. The EBU emphasizes the non-political nature of the contest and grants Israel's request to participate in the second semi-final.

via Ynetnews|
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entertainment2 years ago

Zelensky's Eurovision Ban Sparks Controversy Among European Broadcasters.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has been barred from making an address during the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which runs the contest, on the grounds that it would politicize the event. The EBU stated that the non-political nature of the event prohibits the possibility of making political or similar statements as part of the contest. This year’s Eurovision, which is being held in the British city of Liverpool, is set to be a joint effort between Ukraine and the U.K. following Ukraine’s win last year.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#entertainment#european-broadcasting-union#eurovision
entertainment2 years ago

Zelenskyy barred from Eurovision address.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has been denied the opportunity to make an address during the Eurovision Song Contest grand final on Saturday by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which runs the contest, on the grounds that it would politicize the event. The EBU stated that the contest is an international entertainment show and governed by strict rules and principles, including the non-political nature of the event. The U.K. Prime Minister expressed disappointment over the decision, while Zelenskyy has become known for his savvy media appearances during the ongoing war in Ukraine.

via Variety|
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