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Eurovision 2024: Switzerland Triumphs Amidst Controversy and Calls for Boycott

The Eurovision Song Contest faced significant turmoil with political tensions and protests, yet concluded with Switzerland's historic win.

  • Switzerland's Nemo became the first non-binary winner with 'The Code', marking the country's first victory since 1988.
  • Israel's participation, amid ongoing conflict in Gaza, sparked widespread protests and calls for a boycott from international artists and activists.
  • The contest saw a dip in viewership, attributed to controversies over political censorship and the inclusion of contentious participants.
  • Dutch contestant Joost Klein was disqualified just before the final, escalating debates about the contest's handling of participant behavior.
  • Amidst the discord, the event strove to uphold its theme of unity, though many questioned the feasibility of a non-political Eurovision.
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