Eurovision is heading towards its grand final, but organisers are bracing for more demonstrations against Israel.

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  • Source: Al Jazeera
  • Published: May 15, 2026 at 00:35 UTC
  • Category: World
  • Topics: #aljazeera · #world-news · #middle-east · #war · #conflict · #eurovision

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