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Why Madonna has chosen to sing in Israel #Eurovision2019

Why is Madonna performing in Israel. Justin Timberlake in recent years performed and his song wen...

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10.06 18 May 2019


Why Madonna has chosen to sing in Israel #Eurovision2019


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10.06 18 May 2019


Why is Madonna performing in Israel. Justin Timberlake in recent years performed and his song went to number one around Europe, it’s about ego.  The pop Goddess will sing Like A prayer and something from her new album. 

Irish Boycott protests have been going on but the Eurovision say it's non political, it’s about the music. Irish entry Sarah McTernan has received some backlash on social media from protesters. She says she is just a singer who wants to sing. The Israeli Palestinian conflict is historical and very complex and has being rumbling on for years, not as simple as suggested by some. Henry McKean reports with thanks to Paddy Power.  


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