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RTÉ to boycott Eurovision over Israel participation

4 December 2025 - 4 mins
Podcast Series The Hard Shoulder

Israel will officially be allowed to participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest. RTÉ has reaffirmed that they will not be taking part over Israel's participation.

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