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Russians upset and angry after Ukraine triumphs in Eurovision Song Contest

One Russian journalist called for the contest to be bombed with a "Satan missile", while heavy shelling was reported in Ukraine shortly after the event concluded.

Jack Peat by Jack Peat
2022-05-15 08:37
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Ukraine secured a sensational win in the Eurovision Song Contest last night with folk-rap group Kalush Orchestra.

The act have been the frontrunners since Russia’s invasion – which prompted organisers to ban the country from competing.

The country joined the contest in 2003 and its three wins make it one of the most successful of the newer competitor countries – having triumphed in 2004 and 2016.

“Music conquers Europe!”

Receiving the coveted trophy, Kalush Orchestra said: “Thank you for supporting Ukraine. This victory is for every Ukrainian. Slava Ukraini.”

During their performance, which combined rap and Ukrainian folklore, the group were dressed in elaborate outfits, including long multi-coloured fringed ensembles.

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky said in a Facebook post: “Our courage impresses the world our music conquers Europe!”

“Next year Ukraine will host Eurovision!

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“For the third time in its history. And I believe – not for the last time.”

Russian reaction

Among those offering messages of congratulations, former Doctor Who star John Barrowman said: “Congratulations #Ukraine on your #Eurovision Win!

“Stick that where the sun don’t shine #VladimirPutin.”

Congratulations #Ukraine on your #Eurovision Win!
Stick that where the sun don’t shine #VladimirPutin pic.twitter.com/w9cGvoYx8u

— John Barrowman MBE (@JohnBarrowman) May 14, 2022

Meanwhile, in Russia, journalist Yuliya Vityazeva reacted with a bitter post.

She suggested the contest in Turin, Italy, should be bombed with the R-36M rocket, which in the NATO classification is called “Satan”.

Meanwhile in Russia: warm wishes towards #Eurovision:
"Bomb it with a Satan missile," suggested Russian journalist Yuliya Vityazeva. pic.twitter.com/8MkbL2e6Ib

— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) May 15, 2022

The contest is hugely popular in Russia, with some suggesting a win for Ukraine will plunge them into “soul-crushing despair”.

Ukraine's winning #Eurovision will absolutely destroy Russia.
I don't know why, but Russians are completely obsessed with this contest and view its result through a purely political prism. If this doesn't plunge them into murderous rage or soul-crushing despair, nothing will.

— Slava Malamud 🇺🇦 (@SlavaMalamud) May 14, 2022

Attacks

Shortly after the victory, Russia launched missiles on Wester Ukraine.

According to reports, an infrastructure target near Lviv was hit and more bombs were dropped on Azovstal steelworks in Mariupol.

One person wrote on Twitter: “Russia can’t stand to see Ukraine’s success and victories.”

Less than three hours after a band from Western Ukraine wins #Eurovision , Russia launches missiles on Western Ukraine. A military infrastructure target near Lviv was hit at 4:30 AM local time, regional governor said. There are no reports of casualties yet

— Olga Tokariuk (@olgatokariuk) May 15, 2022

Day 81 of Ukraine resistance. Ukraine wins #Eurovision , Russia in response launches missiles on Lviv and drops more bombs on Azovstal steelworks in Mariupol. Russia can't stand to see Ukraine's success and victories. More compromises and appeasement won't change that

— Olga Tokariuk (@olgatokariuk) May 15, 2022

this is how Russia congratulates Ukraine on its victory. rockets to peaceful cities at night. congratulations in our reality. #Eurovision pic.twitter.com/SpX3SMCsM4

— 🇺🇦НАТО (@gra_barka) May 15, 2022

Kharkiv

But there was positive news elsewhere.

Russian troops are said to be retreating from Kharkiv, the country’s second largest city, after bombarding it for weeks, and Moscow’s forces continue to engage in a grinding battle for the country’s eastern industrial heartland.

Ukraine’s military said the Russian forces are now pulling back from the north-eastern city to focus on guarding supply routes, while launching mortar, artillery and air strikes in the eastern region of Donetsk in an attempt to “deplete Ukrainian forces and destroy fortifications”.

Defence minister Oleksii Reznikov said Ukraine is “entering a new – long-term – phase of the war”.

Related: Watch: Jack Monroe claims ‘outright libel’ after Lee Anderson slams her in video

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