MALMO, Sweden — Thousands of demonstrators waving Palestinian flags flooded Sweden’s third-largest city Thursday to call for a cease-fire in Gaza and protest Israel’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest here this week.
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Protesters descend on Eurovision, object to Israel’s participation
Some observers say this is the most politically charged edition of the song contest in its 68-year history. Contestant Eden Golan is representing Israel.
By Kate Brady