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Police in Malmo have cracked down on their security forces in anticipation of a thousand strong pro-Palestinian demonstration, adjacent to the Malmo arena later this afternoon ahead of the Eurovision grand final this evening. The Swedish city has been dominated by pro-Palestinian demonstrations, as Israel’s contestant Eden Golan has progressed through to the final stage of the singing contest. Eurovision has faced widespread backlash over Israel’s presence in the competition, despite the ongoing war in the Middle East. Fans are calling for a ban on Israel from Eurovision after Russia was banne…

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