Eurovision Contestants Reject Boycott, Call for Peace Amid Israel-Gaza Conflict

Artists participating in Eurovision express solidarity with Palestine but choose to use their platform for peace rather than boycotting.

Olly Alexander and other Eurovision contestants have decided against boycotting the competition, despite calls for solidarity with Palestine.
The artists released a joint statement emphasizing the unifying power of music and their commitment to peace and solidarity with the oppressed.
The Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel criticized the artists' decision to participate, accusing them of complicity in 'artwashing' Israel's actions.
Israel's participation in Eurovision continues amid controversy, with adjustments made to their entry's lyrics following accusations of politicization.
The final of the Eurovision Song Contest is set to take place in Malmö, Sweden, on May 11, 2024.