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It's clear: 35 countries are competing in Eurovision
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It's clear: 35 countries are competing in Eurovision

35 countries will compete in the Eurovision Song Contest next year. This means the boycott will stop at five countries
Nemo's protest against Israel: Returns the trophy
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Nemo's protest against Israel: Returns the trophy

Last year's Eurovision winner Nemo is returning his trophy in protest against Israel being allowed to participate in the competition in Vienna next year.
Iceland boycotts Eurovision
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Iceland boycotts Eurovision

Iceland joins the countries that will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest next year, reports public service broadcaster Rúv.
Danish sperm donor carried hereditary cancer gene
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Danish sperm donor carried hereditary cancer gene

A man who carried a dangerous cancer gene donated sperm for 20 years, leading to at least 197 biological children, reports SVT. Swedish children are among them
The expert on the Eurovision crisis: "A shock"
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The expert on the Eurovision crisis: "A shock"

The boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest is sending shockwaves through Europe, according to expert Dean Vuletic. It was expected, but when the news sinks in that four countries will indeed boycott, many people become concerned, he tells TT
V-politician: SVT should boycott Eurovision
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V-politician: SVT should boycott Eurovision

SVT should boycott the Eurovision Song Contest after the EBU's statement about Israel, says the Left Party's foreign policy spokesperson Håkan Svenneling.
Several boycott Eurovision after Israel announcement
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Several boycott Eurovision after Israel announcement

Israel is allowed to participate in next year's Eurovision Song Contest. Several countries' broadcasting companies announce that they are boycotting the competition
The expert faces the announcement: "Eurovision's biggest crisis"
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The expert faces the announcement: "Eurovision's biggest crisis"

Soon there will be an announcement whether Israel will participate in next year's Eurovision Song Contest. Several countries are threatening a boycott
This is what we know: Eurovision and the Israel row
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This is what we know: Eurovision and the Israel row

A decision is approaching about next year's Eurovision Song Contest. Several countries want to kick Israel out because of the war in Gaza
Eurovision voting changes – opens to Israel
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Eurovision voting changes – opens to Israel

The EBU is changing the voting system for next year's Eurovision Song Contest. Among other things, viewers will get fewer votes – and the new rules could allow Israel to compete
Eurovision host Austria: "Time for diplomacy"
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Eurovision host Austria: "Time for diplomacy"

The decision on Israel's participation in Eurovision will be made at a meeting of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) in December. Austria, which is hosting next year's contest, is hoping for a compromise on the issue
Eurovision Decision on Israel's Participation Delayed to December
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Eurovision Decision on Israel's Participation Delayed to December

European radio- and tv-union (EBU) postpones the decision about Israel's future participation in Eurovision Song Contest, writes Aftonbladet.
Denmark Supports Israel's Participation in Eurovision Song Contest
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Denmark Supports Israel's Participation in Eurovision Song Contest

Denmark does not intend to vote no to Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, announces DR.
Israel's Eurovision Participation Sparks Major Crisis for EBU
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Israel's Eurovision Participation Sparks Major Crisis for EBU

The issue of Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest next year has led to an unsustainable situation and the "worst crisis" ever for EBU, notes Carolina Norén who has covered the contest for many years. However you turn it, you end up with your back to it, she says
SVT Maintains Neutrality Amid Eurovision Boycott Calls
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SVT Maintains Neutrality Amid Eurovision Boycott Calls

Several countries are threatening to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest – but SVT does not want to take a stance in the conflict surrounding Israel's participation.
EBU to Vote on Israel's Eurovision Participation Next Year
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EBU to Vote on Israel's Eurovision Participation Next Year

European radio and tv union (EBU) will hold a closed vote among its members on whether Israel will be allowed to participate in Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) next year.
Norway Urges EBU to Address Israel's Eurovision Participation
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Norway Urges EBU to Address Israel's Eurovision Participation

Norway does not intend to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest – but sets requirements for the EBU to now take a concrete stance on Israel's participation.
Jonas Sjöstedt Calls for Israel's Exclusion from Eurovision
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Jonas Sjöstedt Calls for Israel's Exclusion from Eurovision

Swedish EU members Jonas Sjöstedt and Hanna Gedin (V) join an appeal in the EU Parliament which demands that Israel be excluded from the European Song Contest.
Spain to Boycott Eurovision if Israel Participates
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Spain to Boycott Eurovision if Israel Participates

Spain will boycott the Eurovision if Israel is allowed to participate. It is the third boycott threat in a short time for the competition
Spain Considers Eurovision Boycott Over Israel's Participation
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Spain Considers Eurovision Boycott Over Israel's Participation

Eurovision Song Contest is shaken by a new boycott threat – Spain should not participate in the competition next year if Israel is allowed to participate, says the country's Minister of Culture Ernest Urtasun.
Netherlands Joins Eurovision Boycott Threat Over Israel's Participation
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Netherlands Joins Eurovision Boycott Threat Over Israel's Participation

The Netherlands is following in Ireland's footsteps and will boycott the Eurovision Song Contest next year if Israel is allowed to participate, according to the country's TV company Avrotros. SVT is waiting with its message
Ireland Threatens Eurovision Boycott Over Israel's Participation
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Ireland Threatens Eurovision Boycott Over Israel's Participation

Ireland does not intend to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in Austria next year if Israel is allowed to participate. ”It would be completely impossible for Ireland to participate”, says the TV company RTE in a statement
Eurovision Chief Martin Österdahl Resigns After Five Years
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Eurovision Chief Martin Österdahl Resigns After Five Years

Martin Österdahl leaves as head of Eurovision Song Contest (ESC), and Junior Eurovision Song Contest (JESC) after five years, writes European Broadcasting Union.
166 Million Watched Eurovision Song Contest in 2024
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166 Million Watched Eurovision Song Contest in 2024

This year's Eurovision Song Contest was watched by 166 million viewers – three million more than last year. However, it is far from the 2016 record of 204 million
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