""It is RTÉ's position that Ireland will not take part in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest if the participation of Israel goes ahead,""
""unconscionable" if Israel is allowed to partake, due to the "ongoing and appalling loss of lives in Gaza.""
""The EBU has not made any proposals to [Israeli broadcaster] Kan regarding participation in next year's Eurovision Song Contest,""
""understands the concerns" held by some participating countries, "no decisions" have been made about Israel's inclusion."
Several national broadcasters, including RTÉ and Avrotros, have said they will withdraw from Eurovision 2026 if Israel is permitted to compete. RTÉ described participation as "unconscionable" because of the "ongoing and appalling loss of lives in Gaza" and noted the deadline for entry decisions has been extended to December. Other countries such as Slovenia, Iceland, and Spain have also threatened boycotts. Rumours suggested the EBU asked Israel to compete under a neutral flag or skip 2026; the EBU denied making such proposals and said consultations are ongoing with no decisions made about participation.
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