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Iceland became the fifth country to boycott Eurovision 2026 on Dec. 10. Five countries have announced boycotts against the song competition, citing how Israel handled the outbreak of the war in Gaza.

Eurovision is getting a lot smaller. As of December 11, five countries have bowed out from competing in next year’s contest after the EBU allowed Israel to continue to participate. Now, the 2024 ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. LONDON — Iceland’s national broadcaster said Wednesday it will boycott next year’s Eurovision Song Contest because ...

LONDON (AP) — Iceland’s national broadcaster said Wednesday it will boycott next year’s Eurovision Song Contest because of discord over Israel’s participation, joining four other countries in a ...

GENEVA − Israel was cleared on Thursday, Dec. 4, to enter the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest by the organiser, prompting Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia to withdraw over the Gaza war and ...

Ireland, Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia say they won't take part in 2026. The Eurovision Song Contest slogan is "United By Music," but the music competition's organizers are seeing some cracks in ...

LONDON (AP) — The Eurovision Song Contest, which aims to be an upbeat celebration of music and unity, is facing the biggest crisis in its seven-decade history after four countries walked out of the ...

GENEVA (AP) — Public broadcasters from at least four countries — including Spain and the Netherlands — on Thursday pulled out of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest after organizers decided to allow ...

Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and The Netherlands will boycott next year's song competition in protest of the decision. By Scott Roxborough Europe Bureau Chief The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) the ...

Several national broadcasters, including those of Ireland and Spain, have announced their withdrawal from the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026. The announcements are in response to confirmation today ...

GENEVA, Nov 21 (Reuters) - Organisers of the Eurovision Song Contest announced on Friday changes to voting rules to avoid state interference after controversy over Israel's entry this year. The new ...