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Ireland's public broadcaster RTE announced Thursday that the country will boycott the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027 due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Israel's participation. This marks the second consecutive year Ireland will skip the event, following a 2026 boycott.
The decision aligns with broader protests regarding Israel's inclusion in the contest. Earlier this year, Ireland was one of five nations—alongside the Netherlands, Iceland, Slovenia, and Spain—to sit out the competition in protest.
Meanwhile, Eurovision organizers recently stated that any country involved in an armed conflict would be excluded from hosting the competition.
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Toronto Sun (Toronto, Canada)Highlights organizers' new policy regarding countries involved in armed conflict
Arab NewsFrames the decision as part of a broader pattern of international boycotts
France 24Emphasizes the role of the national broadcaster RTE and names specific past boycotting countries
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