Ukraine ‘hopes war will be over by time Eurovision 2023 takes place’

The Ukraine flag flies above St George’s Hall in Liverpool (Peter Byrne/PA)

Ukraine is hoping that the war will be over in May so citizens can travel to see the Eurovision Song Contest, a manager at the country’s public broadcaster said.

The Public Broadcasting Company of Ukraine (UA:PBC) is also advising the BBC and Liverpool on how to create the right “vibe” for the international music event when the UK city plays host in May.