Professional unions in the Belgian public broadcaster Gan called on the administration to withdraw its decision to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 in protest against the continued inclusion of Israel against the background of its genocide in Gaza. Regarding Holland's decision to withdraw, the unions ACV-Gan and ACOD-Gan urged the broadcaster to follow suit, and described the participation on the side of Israel as morally unacceptable. The unions have also submitted a strike notice covering the broadcast dates of the competitions on May 11, 13 and 15, 2027, increasing pressure on Gan to reconsider its decision.