The organizers of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest emphasized once again in a statement that Palestinian flags are not allowed at the event, and staff will remove them along with any other inappropriate symbols, clothing, items, or banners. The Eurovision Song Contest is an annual competition where countries submit original songs and performances, and the winner hosts the next year’s event. The European Broadcasting Union enforces a strict policy against political content to ensure the event remains non-political.
Israel’s participation in the contest has sparked controversy, particularly in light of a recent terrorist attack in the country. The EBU prohibits the display of Palestinian flags, as they are not from participating countries. Protests against Israel’s involvement in the contest are expected, prompting heightened security measures. The Israeli government has advised its citizens to reconsider attending the event due to concerns about anti-Israel protests in Malmö.
Overall, the Eurovision Song Contest remains a non-political event, and any attempts to politicize it are met with strict enforcement measures.
