Holland changed its mind about returning to Eurovision due to Israel's participation.
About 400 employees of the Public Broadcasting Corporation of the Netherlands (PBC) signed a letter demanding that they reconsider plans to participate in the competition, reports Euronews. The leadership explained the refusal by differences of opinion in society surrounding Israel's participation.
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In August, the Dutch broadcaster Avroteros, which traditionally organizes the country's representative's trip to the Eurovision Song Contest, announced a boycott due to the war in Gaza. After that, the MLA planned to take over the participation organization.
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Now the head of the corporation, Et de Renits, said that it is too early to return to the competition. According to her, it was not possible to find a broadcaster willing to send the artist. At the same time, the corporation will reserve the right to present the competition.
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Eurovision director Martin Green expressed regret over Holland's decision but said he respected her reasons.
⠀ Ireland also refused to participate in the 2027 competition. In Spain, they are discussing the continuation of the boycott. The Czech Republic will miss the competition due to cost cutting.
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The Eurovision 2027 final will take place on May 15 in Burgas, Bulgaria. Bulgaria won the right to host the contest after singer Dara's victory in 2026.