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Eurovision is heading towards its grand final, but organisers are bracing for more demonstrations after chants of ‘stop the genocide’ were heard during Israeli contestant Noah Bettan’s semi-final performance.

Five countries have withdrawn from this year’s contest after Israel was permitted to compete. This withdrawal reflects the deepening concerns among some nations regarding Israel’s involvement in the competition.

According to Al Jazeera, the protests are expected to continue as the final approaches, indicating that the tensions surrounding the contest are far from resolved. Organizers are closely monitoring the situation as they prepare for the upcoming event.

The Eurovision Song Contest has a history of political undertones, and this year’s edition appears to be no exception, with artistic expression clashing with political sentiments. The contest’s management faces a challenging environment as they strive to maintain the spirit of the event while addressing the concerns raised by the protests.