"We have been in contact with SVT to ensure that their artist has been clearly reminded of the rules and responsibilities that apply after selection for the competition," writes Martin Green, head of the Eurovision Song Contest, in an email to TT.
The EBU head also says that it fully supports the principle of freedom of expression, but that at the same time it has rules to ensure that all participants can work in a "safe and respectful environment."
Martin Green emphasizes that artists must not use Eurovision to make political statements or cause controversy that shifts the focus from the purpose of the competition - to celebrate music and promote unity.
The day after her victory in Melodifestivalen, Felicia told TT that she was going to Eurovision in Vienna with mixed feelings.
"I don't think it's good that Israel is allowed to participate. I've been thinking about how I should do it and whether I should go at all, but I've made up my mind. I'm going and then I'll make sure they don't win," she said.
SVT's program director Eva Beckman emphasizes that freedom of expression also applies to artists at Eurovision.
"I don't think SVT can, or should, try to control the personal opinions of independent artists," she tells SVT's Kulturnyheterna.
