Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
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Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
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