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36 Nations to Compete in Eurovision 2027; Several Boycott Over Israel's Participation

Thirty-six countries will compete in Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria, from May 11-15, with Canada debuting and North Macedonia returning. Ireland, Iceland, and the Netherlands are boycotting, citing opposition to Israel's participation.

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  1. 0136 countries will compete in Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria, including debutant Canada.
  2. 02Ireland, Iceland, and the Netherlands have confirmed their boycott of the 2027 contest.
  3. 03The Netherlands broadcaster reversed its participation decision due to opposition to competing with Israel.
  4. 04Spain and Slovenia have until December to decide on their participation.
  5. 05The Czech Republic withdrew due to budget cuts at its public broadcaster.

Spain and Slovenia have until December to decide, while Hungary's status is also pending.

Translated and summarized by baba from i24NEWS Arabic, the latest report. Read i24NEWS Arabic’s original

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