Ukraine can’t ‘give up’ Eurovision exposure despite Israel boycott calls, country’s 2016 winner says
Former Eurovision winner Jamala has said Ukraine cannot afford to "give up" the opportunity to raise awareness of Russia's invasion by performing at the song contest, amid boycott calls over Israel's participation.
Russia has been banned from the competition since its invasion of Ukraine two years ago.
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