RÚV, the Icelandic national broadcaster, have suggested proposals regarding Israel’s participation, at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.

FOLLOWING a meeting of RÚV’s Board, the Chairperson, Stefán Jón Hafstein, suggested the following proposals surrounding a possible Israeli participation:

“The following proposals should be discussed, with all due respect:

• Suspend Israel’s participation until international investigations are available with conclusive results.
• At most, independent Israeli artists are allowed to compete under a neutral flag provided they declare support for Eurovision’s core values, including human rights for all.
• Adhere to human rights standards in Eurovision rules, in the spirit of international sports and politics, and with the example of Russia in mind.”

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: Eurovoix