Overview

• RTVE president José Pablo López said he has sent a report from the Eurovision Reference Group to the EBU Executive Council calling for Israel’s removal.
• Spain’s public broadcaster affirmed it will withdraw from the 2026 contest if Israel competes, a stance approved by RTVE’s board.
• Eurovision director Martin Green stated the EBU is consulting members and reminded broadcasters they have until mid‑December to confirm participation.
• Spain became the first Big Five country to demand Israel’s exclusion, increasing scrutiny of the contest’s governance and politics.
• López criticized Israel’s broadcaster Kan for supporting military actions in Gaza and said RTVE is considering alternatives as the 2026 event is set for Vienna.