Eurovision 2024 winners refuse the trophy due to Israel's participation.

According to ТСН: The winners of Eurovision 2024, the Swiss band Nemo, announced their refusal to accept the crystal trophy that symbolizes their triumph in the international competition.

Boycott Situation

The scandal surrounding the music competition continues to escalate. Initially, several countries decided to boycott the jubilee Eurovision, and now the participants are voicing their opinions. The winners of 2024 have decided to return the trophy to the headquarters of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) in Geneva.

Reasons for the Boycott

The main reason for the boycott of Eurovision remains unchanged – it is Israel's participation. The band Nemo states that they do not agree with the decision to not disqualify the country whose actions have been recognized by an independent UN commission as genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

'Eurovision' claims to symbolize unity, inclusivity, and dignity for all. These values have made this competition meaningful to me. But Israel's continued participation during what an independent UN commission has recognized as genocide shows a clear conflict between these ideals and the decisions made by the EBU,' Nemo's statement reads.

Position of Other Countries

It is worth noting that a number of countries oppose Israel's participation in Eurovision. Previously, Slovenia, Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands had already announced their boycott. Recently, a fifth country joined them, also declaring its refusal to participate for political reasons.

Thus, the situation surrounding Eurovision is gaining new momentum. The refusal of the band Nemo to accept the award further highlights the political controversies surrounding this popular competition. As the boycott continues, it remains to be seen how this will impact future performances and the reputation of the event itself.