Vienna police say they are preparing for demonstrations around the Eurovision Song Contest final in Austria’s capital, including actions such as blockades and attempts to disrupt the event. Police describe Eurovision as one of the largest security challenges they have faced in Vienna, and they are coordinating plans to manage expected crowds and potential disruptions. The preparations relate to protests against Israel’s participation in the competition. Austria’s public security agencies are therefore anticipating that demonstrators may seek to interfere with access to venues or other event-related activities. The police statements emphasize the likelihood of obstruction tactics and disruption attempts but do not provide details on specific protest organizers, locations, or timelines beyond the final event timeframe. The overall focus of authorities is maintaining public order while handling a high-profile international event drawing visitors and attention from multiple groups.