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Four European nations – Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Spain – have announced their withdrawal from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest following the confirmation of Israel’s participation.
Slovenian broadcaster RTV stated its decision was made "on behalf of the 20,000 children who died in Gaza," while Ireland’
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