Yesterday, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), organisers of Eurovision, decided that, despite opposition, Israel is in for the 2026 song contest in Vienna.

Within minutes Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Slovenia said that, as a result, they were boycotting the competition.

As a huge fan, I am feeling completely lost. I know that sounds dramatic, but Eurovision isn’t just telly to me.

A week later, Iceland joined them – completing what fans are now calling ‘The Real Big Five’, a jibe at the traditional ‘Big Five’ of the UK, Spain, France, Italy and Germany, who financially contribute most to the contest.

These five withdrawals make it the largest boycott in Eurovision’s 70-year history.

Meanwhile, 17 artists in the running to represent Portugal have said they will refuse to per

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