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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Entertainment
Emine Sinmaz

Eurovision organisers double down that Ukraine cannot safely host 2023 contest

Kalush Orchestra of Ukraine
This years winners: Kalush Orchestra of Ukraine. Organisers say the risk is too ‘severe’ to host event in the country next year. Photograph: Giorgio Perottino/Getty Images

Britain’s chances of hosting Eurovision in 2023 have edged closer after the song contest’s organisers doubled down on its decision to keep it out of Ukraine.

The country won this year with Kalush Orchestra’s Stefania, as viewers across the continent showed solidarity with the nation after Russia’s invasion.

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