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Spain's Eurovision boycott: RTVE president reaffirms veto on Israel
After weeks of moves by delegations such as the Austrian delegacy, which is pushing to keep the country accused of perpetrating genocide at Eurovision, José Pablo López has reiterated RTVE's initial position: it's either Spain or Israel for Eurovision 2026.
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What are Eurovision's new rules after Israel 'interference’ claims?
Eurovision is changing its voting system, following allegations of "interference" by Israel's government this year. Key changes include a cap on audience voting, the return of professional juries to the semi-finals, clearer rules around promotion of artists, and enhanced security safeguards.
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Explained: Why is Canada pushing to join Eurovision?
Canada is exploring the possibility of joining Eurovision, something officials say reflects the country's effort to assert its cultural independence and deepen ties with Europe. The EBU has confirmed early talks are underway, but no decision has been made.
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Eurovision 2026: Broadcasters to vote on excluding Israel in November
Amid growing pressure from European nations calling for Israel to be excluded due to the war in Gaza, the EBU has announced an extraordinary meeting will take place in November, during which an online vote will decide whether Israel gets to go to Eurovision 2026.
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Intervision 2025: Russia's answer to Eurovision names inaugural winner
Created by presidential decree in February after Russia’s exclusion from the Eurovision contest three years ago, Intervision has named its inaugural winner. And despite what high-level Russian politicians say, the show saw politics merge with music.
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Israel in Eurovision 2026: Resign or fly neutral flag for contest
The crisis deepens for Europe’s most watched entertainment show, with outrage spreading over Israel’s participation in Eurovision Song Contest. Faced with several EU broadcasters’ threats to pull out of the 2026 edition, the European Broadcasting Union seems to have found an unofficial solution...
