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

May 13, 2026 - 17:00
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Why a song contest has emerged as Europe’s most controversial election
A person holds a Palestinian flag during a protest against the participation of Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, May 12, 2026.

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.