US EditionIreland may not contest Eurovision if Israel takes part: RTE
Ireland's RTE broadcaster and others oppose Israel's participation in Eurovision 2026 due to Gaza conflict; over 64,000 deaths reported by local health authorities amid ongoing humanitarian crisis.
- 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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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.
Netherlands is latest to threaten to boycott Eurovision if Israel participates (Entertainment)
Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS, one of dozens of public broadcasters that collectively fund and broadcast the contest, said it would not take part in next year's competition in Vienna if Israel participates 'given the ongoing and severe human suffering in Gaza.' 'The broadcaster also expresses deep conc...
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