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The organizers of next year's Eurovision Song Contest announced they were allowing Israel to compete. This drew quick announcements of withdrawals from several European countries critical of the Israeli offensive in Gaza. Here's everything you need to know and what might be next for Eurovision 2026.

Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia have withdrawn from Eurovision 2026 over the Gaza war after the competition's organisers cleared Israel's participation, plunging the competition into one of the biggest rows since it began in 1956.

Four countries withdraw from Eurovision 2026 after the EBU confirms Israel's participation, deepening long-standing tensions over the conflict in Gaza.

Four countries will boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel is cleared to compete, raising fresh questions about the contest’s future.

Belgium and Iceland’s broadcasters are now reviewing their position and will make a decision in the coming days, it is understood

BBC says it supports the ‘collective’ decision as Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia announced they will boycott the contest

In the UK, the Conservatives have voiced strong opposition to the boycotts

The contest, whose 70th edition is scheduled for Vienna in May, pits acts from dozens of nations against one another for the continent's musical crown.

Ireland, Spain, Netherlands and Slovenia lead action protesting against Israeli conduct in Gaza war

Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands pull out after decision not to hold vote on Israel’s participation

Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is being debated at a two-day meeting of member broadcasters in Geneva starting today. Eurovision could vote on Israel’s involvement as more countries threaten boycott next year’s event in Austria.