CyBC general-director defends Eurovision entry ‘JALLA’ amid criticism

CyBC general-director Thanasis Tsokos defended Cyprus’ Eurovision 2026 entry ‘JALLA’ on Thursday, describing it as “a highly professional job” and rejecting claims that the public broadcaster acted improperly in either the song’s selection or its production.

Speaking on CyBC himself, Tsokos said Cyprus’ participation in Eurovision is guided by a strategy of “outward engagement”.

“We have 35 years of experience. We know what the competition requires and what the Eurovision audience wants,” he said...