Nemo became the first non-binary performer to win the Eurovision Song Contest last year, but has now said they are returning their trophy in protest over Israel's continued participation in the event

Last year's Eurovision Song Contest champion, Nemo, has announced they are handing back their trophy in protest at Israel's ongoing participation in the competition.

The 26-year-old Swiss performer claimed there was a "clear conflict" between Israel's involvement and the contest's proclaimed values of "unity, inclusion and dignity". Eurovision Song Contest director Martin Green expressed that the organisation was "saddened" by Nemo's choice whilst acknowledging their right to hold such views.

Israel's participation in Eurovision has become an increasingly contentious issue due to the Gaza

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