Swiss Eurovision 2024 winner Nemo has announced they will return their trophy to Eurovision headquarters in protest at Israel’s participation in the 2026 Song Contest, following a UN independent commission’s confirmation of genocide in Gaza.
Five European countries — Iceland, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia — have already declared they will boycott Eurovision 2026 after the European Broadcasting Union confirmed Israel’s eligibility.
The decision to allow Israel to compete in the Vienna-hosted event comes amid mounting outrage over its genocide on Gaza, sparking anger across Europe.
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Swiss Eurovision 2024 winner Nemo has announced they will return their trophy to Eurovision headquarters in protest at Israel’s participation in the 2026 Song Contest, following a UN independent commission’s confirmation of genocide in Gaza.
Five European countries — Iceland, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia — have already declared they will boycott Eurovision 2026 after the European Broadcasting Union confirmed Israel’s eligibility.
The decision to allow Israel to compete in the Vienna-hosted event comes amid mounting outrage over its genocide on Gaza, sparking anger across Europe.
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