Articles tagged with "Eurovision Song Contest"

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Russia banned, Israel stays: Spotlight on Eurovision as 5 nations walk out over Gaza

Russia's Ukraine invasion brought a quick Eurovision ban, but despite UN genocide findings in Gaza, Israel remains.

January 19, 2026

JJ from Austria stands on the stage with the trophy after winning the Grand Final of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, in Basel

Eurovision to decide Israel’s 2026 entry amid growing exclusion calls

Eurovision Song Contest organizers said Friday that member broadcasters will vote in November on whether Israel can participate in the musical extravaganza next year, as calls have mounted for the country to be excluded over Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza.

September 26, 2025