The Eurovision Song Contest is one of the most watched non - sporting events in the world . Every year around 30 countries from Spain to Russia participate in the competition . This year tensions over Crimea could spillover into the contest . In the past they have disqualified songs with explicit political messages .
The Eurovision Song Contest is one of the most watched non-sporting events in the world . Every year around 40 nations from Spain to Azerbaijan participate in the competition . This year tensions over Crimea could spillover into the contest . In the past officials have disqualified songs with explicit political messages .