Separately, the EBU revealed that Israeli cosmetics company Moroccan Oil had ended its sponsorship of Eurovision after six years.

No reason was given for the end of the partnership – which saw the haircare brand supplying professional hairstylists and hair products to participating artists.

However, the sponsorship had come under criticism in recent years amid wider protests over Israel’s presence in the contest during the war in Gaza.

The news comes amid a flurry of developments for the 70-year-old contest.

Earlier this week, organisers announced that broadcasters will no longer be eligible to host the event if their state is involved in an “armed conflict” or “sensitive geopolitical situation”.

They also raised the minimum age for participating singers from 16 to 18; and introduced stricter rules around the use of pre-recorded vocals at the contest.

Separately, it was announced on Thursday that the Bulgarian coastal town of Burgas will host the 2027 contest.

The country won the right to stage the competition after its entrant, Dara, won both the jury and public vote for her club anthem, Bangaranga, at this year’s event.

The 71st edition of the competition will take place from 12 to 15 May, 2027.