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Eurovision Boycott Amidst International Conflicts
The Dutch public broadcaster Avrotros has pulled out of the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, citing a lack of neutrality due to participating countries' conflicts. This decision comes as other broadcasters and organizers face similar challenges.
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Al Jazeera
AVROTROS says escalating international conflicts are undermining the event's neutrality and fuelling divisions.
2026-08-24 10:42 UTC
Al Jazeera
Security forces used tear gas, pellet guns and electric shock devices against student protesters, Amnesty inquiry found.
2026-08-24 10:53 UTC
BBC News
It says contest can no longer be considered neutral while a participating country remains involved in a large-scale military conflict.
2026-08-24 10:54 UTC