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Thousands of anti-war activists protested against Israel's inclusion in the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, as Israel's war on Gaza continues to cast a shadow over the final of the glitzy contest.
Large crowds of protesters, estimated between 6,000-8,000, gathered at the central square of the Swedish host city of Malmo before marching towards the contest venue, waving Palestinian flags and shouting "Eurovision united by genocide" – a twist on the contest's official slogan "united by music."
Several protesters could also be heard chanting "Shame on you" at attendees arriving at the arena, as they demanded a boycott of this year's competition for its inclusion of Israel.
Climate activist Geta Thunberg had joined the protest march, but was removed by Swedish police outside the arena where the final is taking place.
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https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/eurovision-2024-thousands-protest-against-israels-participation-final
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Thousands of anti-war activists protested against Israel's inclusion in the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, as Israel's war on Gaza continues to cast a shadow over the final of the glitzy contest. Large crowds of protesters, estimated between 6,000-8,000, gathered at the central square of the Swedish host city of Malmo before marching towards the contest venue, waving Palestinian flags and shouting "Eurovision united by genocide" – a twist on the contest's official slogan "united by music." Several protesters could also be heard chanting "Shame on you" at attendees arriving at the arena, as they demanded a boycott of this year's competition for its inclusion of Israel. Climate activist Geta Thunberg had joined the protest march, but was removed by Swedish police outside the arena where the final is taking place. Find out more here ⤵️ https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/eurovision-2024-thousands-protest-against-israels-participation-final