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AVROTROS confirms Netherlands’ absence from Eurovision Song Contest 2027

AVROTROS has confirmed that the Netherlands will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027, citing Israel's participation as the reason.

24 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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AVROTROS has announced that the Netherlands will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027. The broadcaster states that there are still insufficient grounds for participation.

An official position from AVROTROS mentions that the event is no longer considered neutral, particularly due to the presence of Israel, which is currently embroiled in a military conflict. As a result, the broadcaster finds participation inappropriate.

The responsibilities for the Netherlands’ participation are once again placed with the NPO. AVROTROS calls for clarity regarding the rules for participation, especially concerning countries involved in conflicts.

According to various reports, tensions in the Middle East are influencing the broadcaster's views on the festival. AVROTROS has repeatedly expressed its concerns about the situation in Gaza and the implications of participation despite these circumstances.

Despite these developments, there is a possibility for future participation, provided changes occur in the current situation. AVROTROS remains open to alternative possibilities for participation, depending on further developments.

This decision marks a continuation of AVROTROS’s stance, which had previously refused to participate in the festival for similar reasons. The broadcaster continues to advocate for a fundamental reconsideration of the neutrality of the Eurovision Song Contest.

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