RTÉ Withdraws from 2027 Eurovision Over Gaza Crisis and Access Concerns
RTÉ confirms it will not participate in or broadcast the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, citing the appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza and humanitarian concerns, alongside worries about independent access for journalists in the territory. Ireland’s abstention follows its 2026 withdrawal amid broader European boycotts over Israel’s participation and Gaza-related tensions.
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About Raidió Teilifís Éireann
Raidió Teilifís Éireann is an Irish public service broadcaster. It produces and broadcasts programmes on television, radio and online. The radio service began on 1 January 1926, and regular television broadcasts began on 31 December 1961, making RTÉ one of the oldest continuously operating public service broadcasters in the world. It is headquartered in the Donnybrook district of Dublin, with additional news offices and studios across Ireland.
Everything about Raidió Teilifís Éireann →- Country
- Ireland
- Headquarters
- Donnybrook
- Inception
- June 1, 1960
- Website
- https://www.rte.ie/