Slovenia, Hungary, Bosnia boycott Eurovision over Israel participation

Slovenia has withdrawn from this year's Eurovision Song Contest in protest over Israel's participation, joining Hungary and Bosnia-Herzegovina in boycotting the event. The moves reflect growing political divisions over the Middle East conflict ahead of the annual competition. Slovenia's decision marks an escalation of the politicization of Eurovision, which organisers have long sought to position as a pan-European cultural event above geopolitical disputes. Hungary and Bosnia cited different reasons for their absences. The boycotts underscore how the Israel-Palestine tensions continue to strain European unity and cultural institutions.