Ukrainian band Kalush Orchestra issued an emotional call tonight to release people still trapped in the Russian-besieged Azovstal plant in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol after presenting their performance at the final of the Eurovision Song Contest. Associated Press.

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"I call on all of you, please help Ukraine, Mariupol. Help Azovstal now," said Oleg Psyuk, the band's frontman, addressing an audience of about 7,500 people watching the Eurovision final live in Turin, Italy. , as well as to the millions of viewers in front of the TVs.

According to bookmakers, the Kalush Orchestra is a favorite to win Eurovision.

The call for the release of remaining blocked Ukrainian fighters "Azovstal" was a reminder that the popular song contest held this year against the war on the eastern flank of Europe complements BTA.

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