Overview
- The European Broadcasting Union confirmed Israel’s entry at a general assembly in Geneva on December 4.
- The EBU rejected calls to exclude or sanction Israel and instead adopted stricter rules to bolster transparency in voting.
- The new measures target repeat or coordinated televotes following controversy over a heavy public vote for Israel’s act last year.
- Broadcasters in the Netherlands (Avrotros), Spain (RTVE) and Ireland said they will withdraw in protest over Israel’s participation.
- The 2026 contest remains scheduled for May 12–16 in Vienna.