Eurovision 2024: Dozens of possible threats to the competition, according to the police authorities

Classified report cites threats from cyber attacks to anti-Israel protests Ground and aerial means, mainly drones, will guard security during the Eurovision Song Contest, which will be held at the Malmö Arena sports and entertainment center in the Swedish city of Malmö.

The Swedish police have drawn up a 23-page special report on possible threats during Eurovision, most of which is classified.

The report highlights the wide-ranging nature of the threats, which include possible cyber-attacks, disruption of television broadcasting by hackers, acts of civil disobedience, while Sweden is considered a “priority target” for Islamist terrorist groups.

Police also note the possibility of protests against Israel, whose representatives are participating in the contest. The “Palestinian Group” organization in Malmö has already announced its intention to organize demonstrations in which tens of thousands of people will participate.

The rehearsals for Eurovision 2024 continue with the countries’ second rehearsals taking place at the Malmö Arena.

Source: Euronews

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