@Berengaria_of_Navarre@lemmy.world
Post #2677972
2026-05-17 17:57 UTC
Political statements of any kind have always been banned from Eurovision as far as I know. Flags are allowed in support of a competing country, but because Palestine isn’t part of Eurovision, a Palestinian flag can’t be anything other than a political statement (in the context of Eurovision).
I do NOT agree with Israel’s actions or their inclusion in Eurovision but flags should only be used in support of one of the competing nations. Once you open it up as a political forum for demonstration and protest the entire concept is completely ruined. It’s supposed to be a break from the troubles of the real world.
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@parson0@startrek.website 2026-05-17 18:04
Eurovision has always been deeply political, despite their official line.