Unlike Moscow, the US faced no sporting sanctions after it invaded Iraq. Read more about Boycotting Russia compulsory, while boycotting Israel is punished  

EU uses song contest to promote Israel ties despite supposedly non-political event. Read more about Eurovision defends "Greater Israel" logo 

Israel forced on the defensive by boycott campaign. Read more about Eurovision protests grow in solidarity with Palestine 

Israel rigs poll in desperate attempt to manipulate public opinion. Read more about Fans staying away from Eurovision in Tel Aviv 

Activists urge Madonna to cancel, stand “on the right side of history.” Read more about Madonna faces backlash over Israel Eurovision gig 

Billionaire footing superstar’s bill calls himself “ambassador-at-large for Israel.” Read more about Will Madonna play Eurovision in Tel Aviv?  

Israel engages in “pinkwashing” while denying equality to same-sex couples. Read more about LGBTQ groups call for Eurovision boycott