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Will a boycott over Israel divide the Eurovision Song Contest?

Netherlands, Iceland, Ireland, Spain and Slovania have said they will not participate in the competition if Israel does.

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Irish deputy premier backs mooted Eurovision boycott over Israel participation

Ireland is among countries which have said they will not take part in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 if Israel participates.

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Spain announces boycott of Eurovision unless Israel is withdrawn

SPAIN will not be participating in Eurovision 2026 if Israel is allowed to compete, the state broadcaster announced

The National (Scotland)

BBC boss Tim Davie says Eurovision Song Contest has ‘never been about politics’

It comes as a string of broadcasters, including the Dutch Avrotros and Irish channel RTE, have called for a boycott over Israel’s participation.

Evening Standard

Netherlands Joins Ireland In Threatening Eurovision Boycott If Israel Participates

Slovenia, Spain and Iceland have also expressed concerns over Israel’s inclusion in the international singing contest.

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Dutch broadcaster joins RTE in proposed boycott of Eurovision over Israel

The Irish station said multiple members of the European Broadcasting Union have raised concerns about the participation of Israel.

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BBC urged to join Eurovision boycott calls against Israel

The BBC has been urged to join Irish broadcaster RTE and Slovenian broadcaster RTVSLO in boycotting Eurovision if Israel is involved.

The National (Scotland)

Former Eurovision winner calls for UK to quit over Israel's participation

THE UK should withdraw from Eurovision 2026 if Israel participates, the songwriter behind the UK’s 1960s winning song has said ...

The National (Scotland)

Ireland won’t participate in Eurovision 2026 if Israel does: Broadcaster

RTE says participating would be ‘unconscionable’ as a result of Israel’s war on Gaza and the ‘appalling loss of lives’.

Al Jazeera

Too many people silent on Charlie Kirk killing, Irish deputy premier says

Too many people ‘have remained silent’ on the killing of US political activist Charlie Kirk, Ireland’s deputy premier has said.

Evening Standard

Ireland won't take part in Eurovision if Israel participates

IRELAND will not take part in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 if Israel participates, broadcaster RTE has announced ...

The National (Scotland)

Ireland will not take part in Eurovision 2026 if Israel participates, RTE announces

The Irish broadcaster said Ireland’s participation would be ‘unconscionable given the loss of lives in Gaza’

The Independent UK

Ireland will not take part in Eurovision if Israel participates, RTE announces

The Irish broadcaster made the announcement on Thursday.

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Ryan Tubridy repays 150,000 euro at centre of RTE pay scandal

Tubridy left Ireland’s national broadcaster following weeks of controversy relating to the organisation publicly under-reporting payments to him.

Evening Standard

Joe Duffy: I am not seeking presidency

Former RTE presenter Joe Duffy has emphasised he is not seeking a nomination to become the next president of Ireland.

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The Independent UK

RTE legend Joe Duffy praises callers as he presents his final Liveline

Irish premier Micheal Martin called in to praise Duffy’s kindness

Evening Standard

‘A voice of the people’: Joe Duffy praises callers as he presents final Liveline

The Ballyfermot broadcaster, 69, is retiring after 37 years at RTE.

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'Very Very Happy': Ryan Tubridy's Romantic West of Ireland Proposal Steals Hearts

Ryan Tubridy, a 52-year-old Virgin Radio UK presenter, has declared his engagement to Clare Kambettu, a clinical psychologist and former Rose of Tralee. The unexpected proposal took place during a gorgeous vacation in the West of Ireland. Ryan stated that he is 'very, very happy' and that it marks the…

Evening Standard

RTE opens call for new presenters

RTE is searching for two new radio presenters and is seeking applications for potential on-air television roles.

Evening Standard

RTE executives defend newsroom promo expected to cost 77,000 euro

RTE director general Kevin Bakhurst said the reaction to the clip had ‘infuriated’ him.

Radio France Internationale

Eurovision returns amid protests over Palestine, Pride flags and parody lyrics

With songs about everything from the joy of raving to the morning after the night before, from death and domestic violence to metaphorical milkshakes and poisoned cakes served in revenge, Eurovision is back for its 69th edition – hosted by Switzerland after singer Nemo's victory last year.

The Independent UK

Eurovision 2025 braces for protests as Israel participation draws criticism

Swiss police have warned they “might have to intervene” in any demonstrations

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