Eurovision 2026 boycott over Israel participation
The first semi-final of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest begins at 9 PM with fourteen countries, including Israel. In protest of Israel's involvement, three countries have decided not to broadcast the contest, and five have chosen not to participate at all.
Key facts
- First semi-final starts at 9 PM with fourteen countries.
- Israel is among the participating countries.
- Three countries refuse to broadcast the contest.
- Five countries refuse to participate.
- Boycott is motivated by opposition to Israel's presence.
- The contest is the 2026 edition of Eurovision.
- The semi-final takes place on May 12, 2026.
- The source is Le Monde.
Entities
Institutions
- Eurovision Song Contest
- Le Monde