US EditionIreland may not contest Eurovision if Israel takes part: RTE
Ireland's broadcaster RTÉ considers participation in Eurovision 2026 unconscionable if Israel competes due to over 64,000 Palestinian deaths amid Gaza's humanitarian crisis, RTÉ said.
- Ireland's broadcaster RTE announced it will not participate in Eurovision 2026 if Israel is allowed to compete, citing the conflict in Gaza as a primary reason.
- Eurovision organizers are consulting with members about managing participation in light of geopolitical tensions, with final decisions expected by mid-December.
- Ireland, which has won Eurovision seven times, reiterated its stance amid rising international concern over Israel's military actions and its impact on human rights.
- Recent controversies have arisen over Israel's participation due to its military actions in Gaza, which have resulted in significant casualties.
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Calls grow to bar Israel from Eurovision
Ireland has become the latest country to threaten a boycott of next year's Eurovision Song Contest if Israel is allowed to participate, deepening the crisis facing organisers of one of the world's biggest televised events. The Irish national broadcaster, RTE, announced on Thursday that it would not take part in the 2026 contest should Israel remain in the line-up. It cited "the ongoing and appalling loss of lives in Gaza" as well as the killing …
Now the Netherlands has also threatened with a boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest if Israel continues to participate in the competition.
Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest has already sparked controversy several times due to the Gaza War. Several countries are now threatening to withdraw from the 2026 contest. A decision is expected in December.
Four countries have already conditioned their participation in the next edition of the Eurovision to exclude Israel from the competition, citing the conflict in Gaza and loss of civilian life.
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