Eurovision bans Palestinian flag while allowing Israel flags

In the lead-up to the Eurovision Song Contest set to take place in Malmö, Sweden, organisers have ignited a storm of controversy by announcing a ban on Palestinian flags and pro-Palestinian symbols during the event. The decision, made public by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), has sparked heated debate and drawn sharp criticism from various quarters.

The EBU, responsible for overseeing the competition, declared its intention to remove any Palestinian flags or political symbols wielded by attendees, citing concerns over potential politicisation of the event.