The Latest Breaking News from Eurovision Song Contest

Czechia withdraws from Eurovision Song Contest 2027 citing budget pressures

Czech Television said in a statement: "We won't see the Czech flag on stage next year,” citing ongoing financial pressures.

Euronews · Oct 7

Netherlands makes Eurovision Song Contest U-turn after boycott

The U-turn comes after responsibility for managing the country's entry was transferred from Dutch public service broadcaster Avrotros over to NPO

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Netherlands to participate in 2027 Eurovision Song Contest following boycott

The U-turn comes after the Dutch national broadcaster Avrotros withdrew in August and appeared to blame Israel’s participation for its decision.

Evening Standard · Sep 23

Ireland boycotts Eurovision Song Contest over Gaza

Next year’s contest is due to be held in the Bulgarian city of Burgas

The Independent UK · Sep 17

Netherlands pulls out of 2027 Eurovision Song Contest for second year

Dutch public service broadcaster Avrotros appeared to blame Israel’s continued participation in the event for the decision.

Evening Standard · Aug 24

Dutch broadcaster to boycott Eurovision Song Contest again

Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS branded the Eurovision Song Contest a ‘platform for division’

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Dutch say won't participate in 'no longer' neutral Eurovision

THE HAGUE - The Netherlands will not participate in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, its broadcaster said Monday, saying the event can "no longer be considered neutral" given divisions over the Gaza war.

Bangkok Post · Aug 24

Netherlands withdraws from 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, says competition 'no longer' neutral

The 2026 competition was watched by 131 million viewers, down 35 million on the year before after five countries boycotted it over Israel's participation.

Euronews · Aug 24

Eurovision music contest will take place in Bulgaria’s Black Sea city of Burgas next year

Next year's Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Burgas, Bulgaria

The Independent UK · Aug 13

Eurovision confirms 2027 host city after Dara’s historic victory

Dara’s win for Bulgaria with the song Bangaranga secured the country’s first-ever Eurovision victory

The Independent UK · Aug 13