Ireland’s national broadcaster will boycott 2027 Eurovision Song Contest over Israel’s participation
The broadcaster cited Gaza’s humanitarian crisis and the denial of independent access for journalists as it extended a boycott over Israel’s participation.
- On Thursday, RTÉ confirmed it will not participate in or broadcast the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, stating involvement "cannot be justified" due to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- RTÉ cited the "appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza" as the primary reason, while expressing concern regarding the "continued denial of independent access to international journalists" to the territory.
- This marks Ireland's second consecutive withdrawal, following a 2026 boycott over Israel's participation, amid at least 76,621 deaths reported by the Gaza Health Ministry, including 74,582 Palestinian people and 2,039 Israeli people.
- Martin Green, director of the Eurovision Song Contest, stated the organization "fully respect their decision" and that RTÉ remains a "valued part of our family" despite the boycott.
- With up to 270 journalists and media workers killed since October 2023, the crisis continues affecting the industry; Eurovision officials hope to welcome Ireland back, though RTÉ maintains its position remains unchanged.
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Dublin had already cancelled its participation last year, as well as the Netherlands, Iceland, Spain and Slovenia, opposed to Israel's presence in Gaza.
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Ireland will not be at Eurovision again as RTÉ confirms 2027 boycott
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