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Several European countries, including Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, Iceland, and the Netherlands, threaten to boycott the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest if Israel participates, citing the ongoing Gaza conflict. The European Broadcasting Union is consulting members on managing participation amid geopolitical tensions, with Israel's involvement uncertain until December's decision.
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Spain has joined countries threatening to boycott Eurovision if Israel participates, citing Gaza conflict. The move follows protests and diplomatic tensions, with the European Broadcasting Union consulting members on managing geopolitical issues. The contest is scheduled for Vienna in May 2026.
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Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, Iceland, and the Netherlands threaten to boycott Eurovision 2026 if Israel participates, citing political tensions. The European Broadcasting Union will decide in December whether Israel can take part amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. The controversy highlights tensions between cultural unity and political disputes.
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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) will hold an online vote in early November to decide whether Israel's broadcaster KAN will participate in Eurovision 2026, amid mounting calls for a boycott over Israel's war in Gaza. Several countries threaten to withdraw if Israel is allowed to compete.
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The European Broadcasting Union has introduced new voting rules for Eurovision to address concerns over political influence and promotion campaigns, especially related to Israel's participation following recent conflicts. Changes include limiting votes per person and tightening promotion regulations, amid threats of boycotts from some countries.
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European broadcasters are divided over Israel's participation in Eurovision 2026 amid tensions over Gaza. Several countries threaten to boycott if Israel competes, citing concerns over political interference and Gaza's humanitarian crisis. The EBU plans rule changes to prevent voting manipulation, with a vote on Israel's inclusion imminent.
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Eurovision winner Nemo has returned their 2024 trophy, criticizing Israel's participation in the 2026 contest amid ongoing Gaza conflict. Several countries are boycotting the event, citing concerns over political interference and human rights issues, challenging Eurovision's tradition of neutrality.
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Several countries including Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Iceland have announced their withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 due to disagreements over Israel's participation. The EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete despite political tensions has sparked protests and boycotts, with some broadcasters citing disunity and insufficient reforms. The final list of participants will be announced before Christmas.