# Eurovision in crisis: Netherlands reverses course and withdraws from 2027 contest

https://mins.news/en/video/117786

- euronews, 2026-10-27 16:55 UTC
- Culture
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8ixKf3xbxc

> The Netherlands has withdrawn from next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, reversing its earlier decision to take part. Public broadcaster NPO cited “sensitivities” surrounding Israel’s participation.

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