More Countries Speak Out About Calls to Boycott Israel at 2025 Eurovision Song Contest

JJ, representing Austria with “Wasted Love”, winner of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, holds the trophy during the Grand Final, in Basel, Switzerland, May 18, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Denis Balibouse

Several European countries have expressed their opinions in recent days about efforts to boycott next year’s Eurovision song contest if Israel takes part in the international competition.

Germany’s Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer on Saturday criticized those threatening to pull out of the 2026 Eurovision contest if Israel takes part.