Overview

• The EBU canceled a planned November meeting on Israel’s status and moved the discussion to its winter General Assembly in December, with no vote yet scheduled.
• The union cited recent developments in the Middle East, including a ceasefire and prisoner exchanges between Israel and Hamas.
• Austria, the 2026 host, welcomed the delay, while Spain, Ireland and Slovenia voiced frustration over the lack of an immediate resolution.
• Spain’s public broadcaster RTVE has warned it will reassess participation if Israel competes while the Gaza conflict continues, stressing commitments to peace, coexistence and human rights.
• Germany and Poland back Israel’s inclusion on neutrality grounds, making the December gathering the next decisive moment for policy and participation.