DEVELOPING: Iceland Joins Eurovision Boycott, Global Music Event in Jeopardy

Breaking News: Iceland Joins Eurovision Boycott, Global Music Event in Jeopardy Iceland has joined a growing list of countries boycotting the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, becoming the fifth nation to withdraw from the competition. The decision comes after Israel's participation was officially confirmed last week. Iceland's withdrawal brings the total number of participating countries to a record low. The boycott is a direct response to Israel's participation in the contest, with Icelandic broadcaster RÚV stating that the move has created disunity among European Broadcasting Union (EBU) members and the general public. The EBU organizes the competition, and Israel's public broadcaster, Kan, is a member of the union. The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was set to be a celebratory 70th-anniversary edition in Austria next May. However, the boycotts have put the event in jeopardy. Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, and the Netherlands have also withdrawn from the competition. The decision to boycott Eurovision has been met with widespread attention, with many countries weighing their options. The EBU has yet to comment on the situation. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.