Israel protests shroud Eurovision final build-up
Thousands of pro-Palestinian protestors gathered in the streets of Malmö to protest Israel's inclusion in tomorrow's contest
News By James Hanley | 10 May 2024
The build-up to the 68th Eurovision Song Contest has been marred by protests over Israel’s inclusion in the event. Israeli singer Eden Golan qualified for tomorrow’s (11 May) grand final at Sweden’s Malmö Arena after a public vote.
The 20-year-old received a mixed reaction from the audience during last night’s semi-final and had been booed during rehearsals the previous evening.
Eurovision has faced boycott calls over Israel’s participation in the 2024 contest, amid the ongoing war and…
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