Ireland’s national broadcaster announces it will boycott the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027, saying it will not take part in the event and will not broadcast it. The broadcaster cites Israel’s participation as the reason for the decision and indicates the boycott applies to the 2027 contest in Bulgaria.
Other reports place the decision in a broader context of Eurovision-related boycotts. One outlet notes that five countries boycott this year’s competition, highlighting that opposition to Israel’s involvement has already affected participation and viewing decisions in the current cycle.
Across outlets, the focus is consistent on Ireland’s decision to withdraw for 2027 and to stop broadcasting. One report also characterizes the move as following a pattern, describing Ireland’s boycott as occurring for a second year, while other coverage frames it as a standalone decision tied specifically to Israel’s participation.
