US EditionIsrael Approved for 2026 Eurovision; Spain and the Netherlands Announce Withdrawal
- Ireland, the Netherlands, and Spain have announced their decision to boycott the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest after Israel was approved to participate amid ongoing violations in Gaza.
- Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS stated that Israel's participation is incompatible with their responsibility, reflecting the controversy surrounding the event.
- The European Broadcasting Union will hold a vote on Israel's inclusion during its General Assembly on December 4-5, amid debates on new voting rules and transparency.
- Broadcasters from several countries, including Spain and Ireland, have stated they will withdraw unless Israel is expelled from the contest.
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Israel will participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, the EBU General Assembly has just decided. The Netherlands, Spain,...
Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands to boycott Eurovision over Israel's participation
Usually known more for pop anthems and extravagant costumes than for political disagreements, the Eurovision Song Contest is facing a major boycott after a push to eject Israel from the contest was rejected
Israel cleared to enter Eurovision as Finland prepares, others boycott
Israel will be permitted to take part in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) confirmed on Thursday, triggering backlash from several member states and public broadcasters. Despite expectations of a vote on Israel's participation, no such decision was made during the EBU’s general assembly. Instead, members approved rule changes intended to reduce political influence and strengthen voting transparency, amid con…
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