Spain Joins Boycott of Eurovision 2026 Over Israel's Participation
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced that Spain will not participate in Eurovision 2026, joining Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Slovenia in a boycott over Israel's inclusion. Sanchez stated Spain is "on the right side of history." Over a thousand artists have also called for a boycott. The decision reflects growing political pressure on the European Broadcasting Union regarding Israel's involvement amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Key facts
- Spain will not participate in Eurovision 2026.
- Pedro Sanchez announced the boycott.
- Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Slovenia are also boycotting.
- The boycott protests Israel's participation.
- Over a thousand artists have called for a boycott.
- Sanchez said Spain is 'on the right side of history.'
- The decision is linked to the conflict in Gaza.
- The European Broadcasting Union is the organizing body.
Entities
Institutions
- European Broadcasting Union
Locations
- Spain
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Netherlands
- Slovenia
- Israel