Charlie McGettigan calls for Ireland to boycott Eurovision in Israel

Eurovision winner Charlie McGettigan has called for Ireland to boycott next year's contest if it is to be held in Israel.

Charlie McGettigan calls for Ireland to boycott Eurovision in Israel
Wed, 16 May, 2018 - 11:07
Denise O’Donoghue

Eurovision winner Charlie McGettigan has called for Ireland to boycott next year's contest if it is to be held in Israel.

The Rock 'n' Roll Kids singer's remarks came a day after 60 Palestinians, including an eight-month-old baby, were killed by Israeli troops in Gaza.

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