With artists from more than 20 countries and ambitions for a billion-plus viewers, Russia on Saturday revived its Intervision song contest, which Moscow hopes will compete with a “decadent” Eurovision. “Today, Intervision is gathering a second wind, while remaining faithful to its traditions,” the veteran strongman added. Twenty-three countries were originally slated to take part in the contest, including Russia’s old Cold War foe, the United States. The last edition of Eurovision, held in May, drew a record audience of 166 million viewers, according to organizers. Organizers announced the next edition of Intervision would be held in Saudi Arabia in 2026.