German PM Merz threatens to boycott Eurovision if Israel is excluded
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Chancellor Friedrich Merz says that if Israel is excluded from Eurovision 2026, Germany will not take part.
Breakdown
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says Germany should boycott Eurovision if Israel is excluded.
- Merz calls questioning Israel's participation a scandal. 10s
- Germany is part of Eurovision's 'Big Five' financial contributors. 20s
- Spain and several broadcasters have threatened to withdraw over Israel's participation. 30s
- The European Broadcasting Union will hold an online vote on Israel's participation. 40s