By Olivia Le Poidevin and Klaus Lauer, Reuters
Photo: AFP / Kiran Ridley
Organiser decides not to call vote on Israel taking part
Ireland says participation 'unconscionable' given Gaza
Israel president hopes contest will promote understanding
Germany said it would pull out if Israel was excluded
Israel was cleared to enter the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, prompting Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia to follow through on their threats to withdraw from the compet
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