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Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia on Thursday pulled out of next year's Eurovision Song Contest after organisers decided to allow Israel to compete.

Eurovision 2026 has been plunged into chaos after several countries announced a boycott following confirmation that Israel will be competing in next year's contest.

Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott next year's competiton after European Broadcasting Union (EBU) members decided on Thursday not to call a vote on Israel's participation.

Four countries withdraw from Eurovision 2026 after the EBU confirms Israel's participation, deepening long-standing tensions over the conflict in Gaza.

The war in Israel continues despite ceasefire claims; urgent needs for IDF reservists arise.

Gaza militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab dies from injuries sustained in clan confrontation while working to distribute aid and fight Hamas in Rafah.

Israeli ambassador to the United States Yechiel Leiter joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the current state of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.