Russia officially announced this week the relaunch of Intervision, its own international music festival inspired by Eurovision, and Cuba and the United States will be among the 20 participating countries in the 2025 edition, which will begin on September 20 in Moscow.
Banned from Eurovision since 2022 in response to the invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has decided to revive a festival that originally took place in the 1960s and 1980s as a response from the socialist bloc to the European contest, as announced by the Kremling.
Under the slogan of promoting "authentic music" and "traditional values," the new competition was launched on Russia's National Day.
The Havana regime announced that Cuba will be represented by singer Zulema Iglesias Salazar, a renowned vocalist and instrumentalist from Santiago.
The initial list of 20 participating countries includes nations from Asia, Latin America, Africa, and Eurasia, such as the United States, China, India, Venezuela, Egypt, South Africa, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Serbia, Uzbekistan, and Cuba, among others.
The presence of the United States has been interpreted as a possible reflection of the diplomatic rapprochement between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump.
Some countries have already announced their representatives.
Russia will be represented by Shaman, a patriotic singer who has become an official icon following the war with Ukraine.
Belarus will endorse the young singer Nastya Kravchenko, while Kyrgyzstan will support the musical trio Nomad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Intervisión and Cuba's Participation
What is Intervisión and why has it been relaunched?
Intervision is an international music festival organized by Russia, inspired by Eurovision, held to promote "authentic music" and "traditional values." It was relaunched due to Russia's exclusion from Eurovision following the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
How will Cuba participate in Intervisión?
Cuba will be represented by the singer Zulema Iglesias Salazar, a renowned vocalist and instrumentalist with a background that blends the musical roots of the island with her personal and artistic experience.
What does the participation of the United States in Intervision entail?
The participation of the United States in Intervision has garnered attention, interpreted as a potential diplomatic rapprochement between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump. This fact stands out in a context of geopolitical tensions and mutual sanctions between the two countries.
What is the geopolitical influence of Intervisión?
Intervision is shaping up as a geopolitical act, where Russia seeks to reaffirm its cultural influence against Western organizations, establishing new cultural alliances among countries in Asia, Latin America, Africa, and Eurasia.
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