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Eurovision Song Contest bans Russia for this year's event amid Ukraine invasion
25.02.2022 - 20:51 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Russia has been banned from this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in response to its invasion of Ukraine.
Announcing that Russia would not be able to compete in this year’s contest in Turin, in May, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) said it would bring the contest into “disrepute”.
Previously Eurovision said that it would allow Russia to compete, but after facing strong criticism from state broadcasters in countries such as Iceland, Finland, Norway and the Netherlands it u-turned.
Ukrainian broadcaster UA:PBC had also earlier this week urged the EBU to suspend Russia’s membership and ban it from the contest.
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A statement released on Friday said the EBU’s executive board had made the decision following a recommendation by the Eurovision governing body, known as the reference group, based on “the rules of the event and the values of the EBU”.
It added: “The reference group recommendation was also supported by the EBU’s television committee.
“The decision reflects concern that, in light of the unprecedented crisis in Ukraine, the inclusion of a Russian entry in this year’s Contest would bring the competition into disrepute.
“Before making this decision the EBU took time to consult widely among its membership.
“The EBU is an apolitical member organisation of broadcasters committed to upholding the values of public service.
“We remain dedicated to protecting the values of a cultural competition which promotes international exchange and understanding, brings audiences together, celebrates diversity through music and unites Europe on one stage.”
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