Eurovision prohibits war-affected countries from hosting events

The European Broadcasting Union has announced new rules for the Eurovision Song Contest, stating that countries involved in armed conflicts or sensitive geopolitical situations will be ineligible to host the event. This decision comes amid ongoing conflicts involving Israel and Gaza, as well as the war in Ukraine. While Israel can still compete, it may not host the contest, which it previously did in 2019. The EBU emphasized that these changes aim to ensure the safety and integrity of the contest for all participants.

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