Performers from across Europe and beyond will compete in the first semi-final of the 68th Eurovision Song Contest on Tuesday, amid heightened security prompted by pro-Palestinian protesters objecting to Israel’s participation in the competition. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] The international songwriting competition kicked off over the weekend in Malmo, Sweden. The city already expected about 100,000 fans to visit, and amped up security for the event in anticipation of thousands of people protesting Israel’s participation in the contest.
Sweden Tightens Security At Eurovision Amid Pro-palestinian Protests
Chantelle Lee, Time: World
Tue, 05/07/2024 - 12:31pm
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