Israeli public broadcaster Kan threatened Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refuse from organizing Eurovision-2019 in case the government does not provide financial assistance. In particular, it means the necessary amount for a guaranteed deposit. This writes The Times of Israel.

It's about the 12 million euros that are required for a deposit. It is known that earlier the government of the country denied the broadcaster financial assistance.

"Public broadcaster Kahn warned the Prime Minister (Israel - Ed.. ) Benyamin Netanyahu, who refuses to organize Eurovision, if the government does not help with 12 million euros for a guaranteed deposit, "it was reported..

It is known that in case of refusal, the Government of Israel referred to the annual budget of Kan, which allegedly has sufficient funds to cover all expenses for Eurovision.

Also, officials believe that the requirements of the broadcaster are aimed at increasing their own budget.

In the letter, the broadcaster noted that the deadline for the transfer of funds by the government is August 14.

Earlier it was reported that according to the auditors' calculations, in 2017 Ukraine spent "extra" 130 million for Eurovision.

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