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A few hours before the final of the Eurovision Song Contest, the Norwegian points announcer has pulled out. Singer Alessandra Mele explained her decision in a video on Instagram on Saturday, citing the Israeli actions in the Gaza Strip. “There’s a genocide going on,” the 21-year-old said in the English-language post. “Open up your eyes. Open up your heart. Let love lead you to the truth.” The Eurovision motto “United by Music” is the reason why she does music, said Mele. “But right now, those words are just empty words.” The singer, who also has Italian roots, achieved fifth place for Norway a…

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