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Why a song contest has emerged as Europe’s most controversial election

The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest has devolved into its worst crisis in history, marked by a historic five-country boycott and audience protests over Israel’s participation amid the war in Gaza.

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Why a song contest has emerged as Europe’s most controversial electionThe 2026 Eurovision Song Contest has devolved into its worst crisis in history, marked by a historic five-country boycott and audience protests over Israel’s participation amid the war in Gaza.
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