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Eurovision 2026: Politics collide with a blockbuster show
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, hosted in Vienna from May 12-16 for its 70th anniversary, faces unprecedented political tensions over Israel's participation: thousands of artists signed opposing open letters, pro-Palestinian protests are planned for the final day, and countries including Ireland, the Netherlands, and Spain (a Big Five member) are boycotting the event. Additional controversies include debate over Romania's entry for alleged glorification of violence against women, while Ukraine's entry highlights ongoing Russian aggression; meanwhile, the first Eurovision Asia is set to take place in Bangkok in November.
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