Now playing Next Europe Decoded Euroviews. This is why confiscating my European flag at Eurovision was a mistake For us, young people from all corners of Europe, the European flag is a unifying symbol that transcends borders, cultures, and languages. It symbolises our collective desire to live in a Europe where freedom, peace, and cooperation reign supreme, Dorin Frăsîneanu writes. 16/05/2024
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Now playing Next Culture news Singer eyed as Israel's Eurovision entry dies fighting in Gaza The Israeli military reservist successfully auditioned for Israel's pick for next year's Eurovision Song Contest, to be held next year in Sweden - amidst calls the contest should be boycotted due to Israel’s inclusion. 28/12/2023
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Now playing Next world news Clashes erupt in Swedish city Malmo after another Quran burning Clashes erupted in Sweden’s third largest city after an anti-Muslim protester set fire to the Quran, police said Monday. 04/09/2023
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