Eurovision Winners Blocked from Hosting if in Conflict Zone
The European Broadcasting Union has changed the rules of Eurovision, preventing countries in armed conflict or sensitive geopolitical situations from automatically hosting the next contest, even if they win. The decision follows the 2023 event, which was held in Liverpool after Ukraine's victory due to security concerns.
Consensus
- The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has changed the rules for hosting Eurovision.
- Countries in armed conflict or sensitive geopolitical situations may no longer automatically host the next Eurovision contest.
- If a winning country is deemed unsafe to host, the EBU may appoint another broadcaster to organize the event.
- The 2023 Eurovision was held in Liverpool, UK, after Ukraine's victory due to security risks.
- The next Eurovision is scheduled for 2027 in Bulgaria.
- The new rules were introduced following an annual review of the competition's regulations.
Points of divergence
- The new rules were introduced after an annual review of the regulations, and Martin Green, the Eurovision director, said the changes aim to make requirements clearer and ensure safe event organization. — fontanka
- The next Eurovision will be held in 2027 in Bulgaria, and the EBU stated that Ukraine could not begin the 12-month preparation required for hosting due to the war with Russia. — kommersant
- The EBU has approved amendments allowing the organization to conduct an independent security assessment and transfer hosting rights to another broadcaster if needed. — riamo
Coverage (3 sources)
- Countries in a state of armed conflict will be banned from hosting 'Eurovision' — Фонтанка
- The winner of the Eurovision contest may be deprived of the right to host the competition — РИАМО
- Countries in the conflict zone will be banned from hosting 'Eurovision' — Коммерсантъ