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Is this the end of Eurovision, as we know it?
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May 12, 2026
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1:27Now PlayingIt's been going for 70 years, but this year Eurovision is facing its biggest boycott yet - due to whether Israel should be allowed to compete amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
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It’s not the first time Israel's involvement has caused anger - but this week protests are expected across Vienna, where the show is taking place.
Russia was excluded after it invaded Ukraine - critics argue the same rules should apply to Israel. But supporters say Eurovision should stay separate from politics. The final is this Saturday 16 May.
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