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Alex Marshall Tonight, the Eurovision Song Contest is celebrating its 70th anniversary. But what is typically a joyful moment for the world’s most watched musical event is clouded by questions around Israel’s participation.

Eurovision performers increasingly want to share their mother tongues with the world. “It’s easier to talk about your feelings in your native language,” said singer Pete Parkkonen, half of the Finnish duo who are oddsmakers’ favorite to win with scorching voice-violin duet “Liekinheitin,