nuSep 17, 2026, 11:58

Ireland will not participate in Eurovision 2027 either: 'Position has not changed'

Ireland has decided to abstain from the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, citing the humanitarian situation in Gaza and press freedom concerns. The Netherlands is currently weighing its participation options following an extension granted by the European Broadcasting Union.

Ireland has officially confirmed it will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, maintaining a stance first established during the previous year's event. Irish broadcaster RTÉ cited ongoing concerns regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and restrictions on international journalists as the primary reasons for this decision. Ireland joins other nations that withdrew from the competition due to the inclusion of Israel.

Meanwhile, the Netherlands is currently deliberating its own future involvement in the contest. Broadcaster AVROTROS has confirmed it will not send a performer, though the NPO is considering alternative ways to participate and has been granted an extension by the European Broadcasting Union. Other countries like Belgium, Spain, Iceland, and Slovenia are also currently engaged in discussions with organizers regarding their participation status for 2027. The upcoming contest is scheduled to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria, following the victory of Dara, with Canada set to make its debut appearance.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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