Eurovision 2023: Contest inspires Ukraine’s LGBT troops
When Ukraine takes part in Eurovision on 13 May, its frontline LGBT troops will be taking inspiration. …
Both soldiers have fond memories of Kalush Orchestra’s triumph, winning Eurovision for Ukraine in 2022. By then, daily life involved taking cover in bomb shelters. “It felt like a miracle that Kalush had a chance to represent Ukraine with dignity,” says Oleksandr. “I thought, ‘Oh my god, we won Eurovision, we’re going to win this war!'” he laughs.
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