US EditionSpain Risks Major Fine From Eurovision by Persisting with Political Message
- Spanish broadcaster RTVE displayed a political message for 16 seconds before the Eurovision Grand Final on May 18, 2025, in Basel, Switzerland.
- This move went against repeated cautions issued by the European Broadcasting Union , which emphasizes that Eurovision must stay free of political content and has threatened financial penalties for violations.
- The message displayed stated that remaining silent is unacceptable when human rights are threatened, ending with a call for peace and justice in Palestine. Pro-Palestinian demonstrations took place both prior to and during the event, including attempts to interrupt Israel’s performance.
- RTVE posted the message clip on X where it received over one million views, while supporters declared willingness to pay any resulting fines 'with all the pride in the world.'
- The incident suggests Spain could face a substantial fine for breaching Eurovision rules, highlighting ongoing tensions over political expression during the competition.
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