Slovenia, Spain and Ireland won't air Eurovision over Israel's participation

The three European countries are boycotting the popular song contest over Israel's participation in it. More countries have said they won't be taking part.

Spain, Ireland, Slovenia will not broadcast Eurovision to protest Israel's inclusion

Spain, Ireland and Slovenia will not broadcast the Eurovision Song Contest when the grand final event takes place on Saturday, doubling down on their refusal to participate in the competition in protest over Israel's inclusion. Slovenian broadcaster RTV will instead show the programme series "Voices of Palestine", while Ireland will broadcast a Eurovision-themed episode of the sitcom "Father Ted".

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Ireland, Slovenia, and Spain will not show Eurovision

RTÉ and other public service broadcasters in Slovenia and Spain will not show the Eurovision Song Contest this week as they boycott the event over Israel's participation.

Eurovision artists in Austria avoid questions about Dutch boycott

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