LOS ANGELES: Pop superstar Madonna on Tuesday explained her decision to perform at the Eurovision Song Contest in Israel this week, saying that she will always speak up to defend human rights and hopes to see"a new path toward peace."
In her first comment on her decision to sing at the event, Madonna said she was a supporter of all human rights. "My heart breaks every time I hear about the innocent lives that are lost in this region and the violence that is so often perpetuated to suit the political goals of people who benefit from this ancient conflict. I hope and pray that we will soon break free from this terrible cycle of destruction and create a new path towards peace," she added.Israel is hosting the Eurovision contest after local singer Netta Barzilai won last year.
The singer's Ray of Light foundation, which promotes social justice and women's empowerment worldwide, supports a number of Palestinian projects.
Source: Entertainment Trends (entertainmenttrends.net)
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