Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel

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Iceland has officially joined the boycott of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, becoming the fifth country to withdraw in response to Israel's participation. This decision was announced by the national broadcaster RÚV, reflecting growing discontent over Israel's actions in Gaza and the perceived politicization of the contest.

Iceland has announced its decision to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, joining Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, and the Netherlands in this action. The boycott is a response to the European Broadcasting Union's decision to allow Israel to compete in the contest, which has sparked significant controversy.