The Dutch public broadcaster AVROTROS announces it will boycott the Eurovision Song Contest again, continuing a second year of non-participation. AVROTROS says the contest is “a platform for division” and that its “independent and neutral character” has not been restored.
The reports tie the decision to concerns about Eurovision’s handling of Israel’s involvement. The outlets describe AVROTROS’s stance as a repeat decision rather than a one-off protest. While AVROTROS is not taking part, the coverage indicates Dutch involvement could still be possible through another Dutch broadcaster.
Across the outlets, the main focus is AVROTROS’s stated criticism and its stated rationale, rather than changes to Eurovision’s rules or contest outcomes. The consensus is that the boycott is planned for the next Eurovision edition, with one report specifically referencing 2027.
