Eurovision boycott grows over Israel's inclusion
The Eurovision Song Contest faces a mounting boycott as Belgium and Iceland consider joining four nations in withdrawing over Israel's participation. The EBU's decision sparks a major rift.
The Eurovision Song Contest faces a mounting boycott as Belgium and Iceland consider joining four nations in withdrawing over Israel's participation. The EBU's decision sparks a major rift.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna following the EBU's decision to include Israel. Discover the events that led to this major diplomatic and cultural split.
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Eurovision organisers are locked in talks over whether Israel can compete in 2026, with several countries threatening a boycott over the Gaza war. The contest's unity is at stake.
The EBU could hold a vote on Israel's Eurovision future as multiple nations threaten a boycott over the Gaza conflict. A decision is expected this Thursday.
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