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The boycott and resulting viewership loss underscore ongoing international tensions that can affect cultural events and public broadcasting decisions in participating nations.

World thejournal.ie · Jun 5, 2026 18:20 UTC

Eurovision Loses 35 Million Viewers After Israel Boycott

Eurovision lost 35 million viewers this year after multiple countries boycotted the contest over Israel's participation. Ireland's RTÉ and broadcasters in four other nations declined to air the live show.