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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Eurovision Changes Rules To Prevent Winners In Armed Conflict From Hosting
Caption: Eurovision Changes Rules To Prevent Winners In Armed Conflict From Hosting. Eurovision Song Contest organisers have changed the rules to prevent a winning broadcaster from hosting if its country is affected by armed conflict or a serious geopolitical situation. Traditionally, the previous year's winning broadcaster hosts the competition, with Bulgaria due to stage Eurovision in 2027 following singer Dara's victory in May. Under the new rules, a winner will automatically be ineligible to host if a situation materially affects the security, safety or stability of its country or immediate region. Eurovision previously moved the 2023 contest to Liverpool after organisers concluded that Russia's war against Ukraine made it impossible for Ukraine to host safely. This year's contest in Vienna saw Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia withdraw after Israel's participation was confirmed amid criticism over the war in Gaza. The European Broadcasting Union said the changes followed feedback from participating broadcasters and would provide greater clarity for artists and production teams. Situations outside armed conflict that could pose hosting difficulties will be assessed by an independent security body to help determine whether a country can safely stage the event. If a winning broadcaster is ruled ineligible, the EBU will select an alternative broadcaster to take full responsibility for hosting the contest. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Eurovision Song Contest,EBU,Bulgaria,Dara,Martin Green,Ukraine,Israel,Liverpool,Vienna,Eurovision 2027
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