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David Mouriquand

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz threatens to boycott Eurovision Song Contest if Israel is excluded

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is considering boycotting next year's Eurovision Song Contest if Israel is excluded. 

When asked in an interview with public broadcaster ARD on Sunday whether Germany should voluntarily withdraw from participation in the world’s largest live music event next year if Israel is excluded, Merz said: “I would support this. I think it’s a scandal that this is even being discussed. Israel has a place there.” 

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