Ukraine's President Zelensky has been banned by the host BBC and other international broadcasters from addressing the huge audience at Eurovision 2023
during the Grand Final on Saturday May 13th, but his request has been rejected by organisers.
The paper reports that Zelensky had been expected to press for international support for his country in the face of Russia’s ongoing invasion, but that the European Broadcasting Union has always insisted that no political statements be made during the performances – something enforced by the EBU’s ‘Reference Group’ – and this extends to speeches beyond the music.
“This principle prohibits the possibility of making political or similar statements as part of the contest. The request by Mr Zelensky to address the audience at the Eurovision Song Contest, whilst made with laudable intentions, regrettably cannot be granted as it would be against the rules of the event.”which saw the final 10 countries go through to the Grand Final on Saturday, where 26 countries will compete for the title.
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