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UPDATED Aug 25, 2026 at 3:07 AM ET
Aug 24, 2026 at 5:08 AM ET
Netherlands withdraws from 2027 Eurovision over neutrality
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The Netherlands says it will withdraw from the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, arguing the competition is “no longer” neutral. It cited viewing figures for the 2026 contest, which drew 131 million viewers, down 35 million from the previous year after five countries boycotted it over Israel’s participation.
WHO: The Netherlands
WHAT: The Netherlands announced it will withdraw from the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, saying the event is no longer neutral.
WHEN: Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Netherlands
WHY: The Netherlands said Eurovision is “no longer” neutral, citing the 2026 contest’s boycott over Israel’s participation.
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