Israel allowed to take part in Eurovision 2026 - as at least two countries withdraw
Israel will be allowed to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest - with two broadcasters saying they will now boycott the event.
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Israel will be allowed to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest - with two broadcasters saying they will now boycott the event.
news.sky.comFour countries have pulled out of next year's Eurovision Song Contest, after it was confirmed that Israel will take part. ITV National News
www.itv.comIsrael's participation has divided opinion in the contest, which has a history of entanglement in political rivalries and international issues.
www.sbs.com.auSpain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands announced their withdrawals Thursday from next year's Eurovision Song Contest after organizers decided that Israel will be allowed to compete.
www.cnn.comThere had been calls for Israel's exclusion over the war in Gaza, as well as unfair voting accusations.
www.bbc.comAt least four countries have announced they are pulling out of next year's Eurovision Song Contest
abcnews.go.comIreland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia said they were pulling out of the contest after organizers decided to allow Israel to continue to compete, despite tensions over its conduct in Gaza.
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