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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Politics
Ben Glaze & Rachel Wearmouth

Ukraine's President Zelensky vows Eurovision will be held in besieged city of Mariupol 'one day'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed to host next year’s Eurovision Song Contest after his country's triumph in Italy.

The victory gave the war-torn nation a vital morale boost and its hero leader has suggested the contest could be held one in the besieged city of Mariupol.

He posted on Facebook : "Our courage impresses the world, our music conquers Europe! Next year Ukraine will host Eurovision! For the third time in its history. And I believe - not for the last time."

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