Multiple countries, including Ireland, have chosen to boycott Eurovision 2026 after the European Broadcasting Union decided to allow Israel to compete in the competition

Four countries have decided not to compete in Eurovision next year, after it was ruled that Israel were allowed to take part. Ireland, The Netherlands, Slovenia and 'big five' country Spain have all pulled out of the music competition, as the conflict in Palestine continues.

The European Broadcasting Union, which organises the Eurovision Song Contest , met on 3 December to decide if Israel would be allowed to take part in this year's competition. The discussion was held as calls to expel Israel from the contest became increasingly frequent.

The EBU ruled that Israel would be allowed to compete. Minutes after the a

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