Eurovision 2025: Political Provocation Averted

Eurovision 2025: Political Provocation Prevented. On May 15th, during the second semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, a potential political incident involving the Armenian participant was averted. The Armenian performance originally featured stage designs that appeared to depict the outline of Armenia, including territories claimed by Azerbaijan. These designs were intended to merge during the performance, conveying a message of victory. Nurlana Jafarova, head of the Azerbaijani delegation, stated that a response was made to the provocation. "We reacted appropriately to what we considered a clear attempt to politicize the event," she said. Consequently, the controversial elements were removed, and the performer's costume was altered. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan and the challenges of keeping political issues out of international events like Eurovision.