Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS says it will boycott Eurovision 2027 because Israel will continue to participate. The broadcaster cites concerns that the contest’s neutrality has been compromised by Israel’s involvement in a military conflict.
WHO:AVROTROS
WHAT:Announced a boycott of Eurovision 2027 over Israel’s continued participation
WHEN:Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Netherlands
WHY:AVROTROS said Israel’s continued participation, tied to its involvement in a military conflict, compromises the contest’s neutrality.
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