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Netherlands to Boycott Eurovision Again
The Dutch Broadcasting Authority announced that the Netherlands will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 for the second consecutive year due to the ongoing dispute over Israel's participation in the competition. The authority's general manager considers that international conflicts negatively impact the neutrality of the contest and diminish its impartial character. He pointed out that recent changes made by the organizers have undermined confidence in restoring independence. The Netherlands, along with Iceland, Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia, had boycotted the 2026 edition over Israel's participation, with viewership dropping to 131 million—down by 35 million compared to the previous year.
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