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Eurovision Events Begin in Vienna Ahead of May 16 Final
The song contest opened in the Austrian capital on Sunday with thousands of fans arriving for a series of side events. Organizers have prepared extensive programming in the days leading up to the grand final on May 16. Calls for a boycott over Israel's participation have been renewed as the event proceeds.
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The city has scheduled numerous side events through the coming days. Officials are providing extensive support for the 70th edition of the contest, which is among the world's most-watched music programs.
The grand final is set for May 16. Renewed calls for a boycott have emerged over Israel's participation in the competition. These calls have circulated as fans gather and events take place across Vienna.
City preparations include a range of programming designed to accommodate visitors and participants. The events span multiple venues in the Austrian capital in the period before the final performance.
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