2024 Eurovision winner returns trophy over Israel's participation

2024 Eurovision winner returns trophy over Israel's participation


The 2024 winner of the Eurovision Song Contest says they will be returning their trophy to the European Broadcasting Union due to Israel being allowed to participate amid the war in Gaza. Yesterday, prior to Nemo's decision to give back his trophy, the EBU released a statement on reactions to the decision to keep Israel in the contest. "In the wake of the recent General Assembly discussion on the Eurovision Song Contest, several EBU Members have been criticised for the position they took in the debate," it wrote.

Author: Georgie Hewson


Published at: 2025-12-11 23:02:14

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